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Gator Tales #283: LS Marco Ortiz and Florida/Georgia Prep Oct 28, 2021

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After taking a week to rest and reset, the Gators have a herculean task ahead of them, as a date with top-ranked Georgia looms this weekend in Jacksonville. Meanwhile, not too far away on campus, the reshaped and rejuvenated men’s basketball squad is tuning up for its debut around the corner. On today’s show, host Adam Schick opens up the Gator Roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the latest chapter in the book of Florida/Georgia, how the QB situation is expected to play out this weekend and beyond, the work going on behind the scenes with men’s basketball and sporting events that still deliver butterflies in the PAT (1:48). Then, long snapper and recent scholarship recipient Marco Ortiz shares how he ended up in one of the most unusual and anonymous positions on the field, his identical twin remarkably in the same role at TCU and more (28:24). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

GATOR GREATS – Brandon James Oct 21, 2021

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The latest installment in our “GATOR GREATS” series features Brandon James, the only player in SEC history to accumulate over 4,000 combined kickoff and punt return yards. Recently enshrined into the UF Hall of Fame, host Adam Schick talks to the 5’7 native of St. Augustine about his early days in the game, fighting for attention during recruiting, being part of one of the best classes in college football history, the challenges of the 2009 season, his post-football career shift, what it means to be in the UF Hall of Fame and more. Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #281: LB Mohamoud Diabate and LSU Preview Oct 14, 2021

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Gator Tales #280: S Trey Dean III and Gator Roundtable (FB & MBK) Oct 07, 2021

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Adversity often strikes when you leave friendly confines and venture onto the road, and for the Gators, their first trip outside the state of Florida brought frustration and disappointment in Lexington. But with over half of the schedule still to play, the task turns to refocusing on the opportunities ahead. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scot Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the blues brought on at Kentucky, where Anthony Richardson fits into the picture, where the season goes from here, the parade of Olympians stepping into the celebrity “Mr. 2 Bits” role, the start of basketball practice and the most impressive records in sports in the PAT (1:43). Then, senior safety Trey Dean III talks about his rich football bloodline, how he has grown over his career, his love for malls and more (35:32). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #279: DT Antonio Valentino and Kentucky Preview Sep 30, 2021

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What was once a hotly contested rivalry continued to be a one-sided affair last weekend in The Swamp, with Florida continuing its dominance over Tennessee to improve to 3-1 on the year. But their next test will present a real change of scenery, as they prepare to leave the “Sunshine State” for the first time. On today’s show, host Adam Schick convenes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the latest romp against the Vols, the state of the wide receivers, what makes Kentucky a significant challenge and the most engaging athletes they’ve covered in the PAT (1:46). Then, the inspiration for this week’s PAT, grad transfer Antonio Valentino holds court on topics ranging from Happy Valley vs. The Swamp, the “Macho Man” Randy Savage and his mission to help athletes express themselves and grow their brands off the field (27:44). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #278: P Jeremy Crawshaw and Gator Roundtable Sep 23, 2021

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After going toe-to-toe with mighty Alabama for 60 minutes last weekend, the Gators may not have claimed a victory, but they certainly earned the respect of everyone in attendance and the college football world. But now that they have the attention, can they play to that standard moving forward through the SEC? On this episode, host Adam Schick chats with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry about what we learned against Alabama, the lobsided state of the Florida/Tennessee rivalry, Katie Ledecky’s surprising new role with the swimming program and their most memorable game environments in the PAT (1:44). Then, redshirt-freshman punter Jeremy Crawshaw joins the show to discuss his journey from Australian rules football to the American gridiron on the other side of the globe, along with some of the best fish-out-of-water moments he’s experienced along the way (36:25). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #277: DT Daquan Newkirk and Alabama Preview Sep 16, 2021

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The way the football schedule generally works, we aren’t conditioned for truly massive games until later in the calendar. But in 2021, the script is flipped, with top-ranked Alabama heading to The Swamp this weekend for the first time in a decade. On today’s show, host Adam Schick dives into the details with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to cover the matchup from every angle, including the question on everyone’s mind: what role will QB Anthony Richardson play? Then, Auburn transfer Daquan Newkirk shares his personal journey to Gainesville, reveals his very diverse hobbies and reflects on past battles with the Crimson Tide in the Iron Bowl (38:19). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #276: OL Ethan White and USF Preview Sep 09, 2021

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The Swamp came alive for the first time in 2021 on Saturday, with a packed house treated to a ground game that racked up 400 yards and saw some new stars emerge from the backfield. Not to be outdone, the revamped Florida defense pitched a shutout for three quarters and showed a tenacity up front that suggested a much more resistant unit than the one it fielded a season ago. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writer Chris Harry to discuss the opening night action, the emergence of Anthony Richardson, areas in need of shoring up going into week two and how sports helped bring the nation back together after 9/11 in the PAT (1:43). Then, junior offensive lineman Ethan White chats about the evolution of the line, how the strength and conditioning program molded him into a new player, returning to his Tampa Bay home this weekend and more (28:57). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #275: DE Zach Carter and Season Preview Sep 02, 2021

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Right about now you’re probably hearing a rumbling in your stomach, which can only mean one thing: you are hungry for college football! Luckily for you, it’s almost time for the 2021 kickoff, a season we all hope resembles much more of what we would call a “normal year” as opposed to the 2020 campaign. On the 7th season premiere of the official podcast of the Gators, host Adam Schick sets the table for the feast to come, starting with a wide-ranging discussion about the storylines and expectations surrounding this season with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:37). Then, Adam chats with one of the most dangerous threats off the edge in the SEC: redshirt-senior defensive end Zach Carter (41:14). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #274: Grant Holloway, Jeff Demps and Tokyo Olympics Preview Jul 08, 2021

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Being a “Gator Great” is generally synonymous with outstanding achievements in Gainesville, but when you have world class talent, the pinnacle of your career tends to take you to even grander heights. In preparation for the Tokyo Olympics, host Adam Schick catches up with hurdling phenom Grant Holloway to find out how he is preparing for his date with destiny (1:48). Then, FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter stops by to identify the Gators to watch, both for the USA and other countries around the globe (21:31). Finally, football national champion and former Olympian Jeff Demps discusses his Olympic journey and how he tasted glory on the podium, only to have it unceremoniously taken away due to a tainted teammate (35:25). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

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