Gator Tales with Sean Kelley

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Gator Tales #21: Billy Napier, Dudley Hart, Scott Stricklin Feb 08, 2024

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In Episode 21, Sean goes one-on-one with Florida Football Head Coach Billy Napier. The wide-ranging conversation features Napier speaking to various staff and system changes in the program. Napier also discusses play calling responsibilities, the arrival of DJ Lagway, the Gators success in the classroom, and more. This episode also includes a visit with Gators Golf Associate Head Coach Dudley Hart. Hart and the Gators have begun the team’s national title defense. The former Gator All-American and PGA Tour pro discusses this year’s squad, and shares his return to the classroom in pursuit of a long awaited degree from the University of Florida. Director of Athletics, Scott Stricklin is back for another “Ask the AD,” and Kenna on Campus celebrates National Women in Sports Day. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. https://twitter.com/GatorsPodcast https://facebook.com/GatorsPodcast https://twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #20: Korbe Otis, Phil Pharr, Scott Stricklin Feb 01, 2024

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Episode 20 follows Sean on his return from Lexington, unravelling the transformative coup for men's basketball. Shifting the spotlight to softball, we hear from versatile outfielder Korbe Otis. Otis maps out her journey from Columbine High School, through the University of Louisville, to finding her niche with the Gators. Furthermore, Sean engages in a deep discussion with Phil Pharr, the long-standing Executive Director of Gator Boosters. Having been a former Gator himself in the late '70s, Pharr now holds the record as the longest-serving employee of the UAA. Episode 20 is rounded off with another edition of “Ask the AD” featuring Athletic Director Scott Stricklin, and “Kenna On Campus,” providing another glimpse into UF student life. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. https://twitter.com/GatorsPodcast https://facebook.com/GatorsPodcast https://twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #19: Leilani Correa, Will Richard, & Scott Stricklin Jan 25, 2024

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Episode 19 of Gator Tales kicks off with a chat with Leilani Correa, the current hotshot of the Gators Women’s Basketball Team. Correa opens up about her role as a seasoned leader of the team, her stellar recent performances, and her ambitions beyond her time in Gainesville. Transitioning to men's basketball, Sean catches up with Will Richard, the team's emotional backbone. Richard explores his personal journey that has shaped him both as an indispensable player and a resilient individual. Closing this week's episode, we present the inaugural installment of "Ask the AD." Gators' Director of Athletics, Scott Stricklin, joins Sean to answer a fan question about his role in steering the Gators towards unrivaled success in the dynamic NIL arena. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #18: Craig Fitzgerald & Lee Humphrey Jan 18, 2024

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In this week's episode, Sean Kelley has an exclusive conversation with the newly appointed Director of Football Performance, Craig Fitzgerald. After 25 years of decorated service in both the NFL and College Football, Fitzgerald brings his wealth of experience to Billy Napier's staff. He joins Sean to talk about his extensive journey and his vision for redefining the future of the Gators football team. Undisputed Gators Basketball legend Lee Humphrey also hops on the podcast. The two-time national champion reflects on his golden Gator days, his professional basketball journey, and his current multifaceted life as an HR professional, broadcaster, husband, and father. We also feature Kenna McGinnis as she delivers another enriching installment of “Kenna On Campus.” Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #17: ESPN's Jay Bilas and Zyon Pullin Jan 11, 2024

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Here's our first installment of 2024 and this episode features Jay Bilas along with Zyon Pullin. Bilas is the lead analyst for ESPN's coverage of men's college basketball. He offers insight on the season so far, perspective on the changing landscape of the sport, and his insights on the Florida Gators. Pullin joins the Gators this season after transferring from UC-Riverside. He is a fifth- year player who is having a high impact on the team. Pullin shares his journey to Gainesville, and talks about the evolution of his play. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #16: Chris Harry, Scott Carter, Jenny Rowland & Randy Mickens Dec 14, 2023

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Sean closes the fall semester with a roundtable discussion featuring Scott Carter and Chris Harry from FloridaGators.com. The top stories of fall 2023 are highlighted in the three-way conversation. Gymnastics opens the 2024 season in a just a few weeks. Head Coach Jenny Rowland talks with Sean about the new season, the defense of the 2023 SEC Championship, the national runner-up finish to last year and life without Trinity Thomas in the lineup. And there's an Emmy award to celebrate for the Gators! Randy Mickens, Associate Director of Creative Video for Football Recruiting, talks about his team's winning effort on the documentary. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #15: Max Starks, Tim Walton & "Kenna on Campus" Dec 07, 2023

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Episode 15 of Gator Tales with Sean Kelley features Max Starks and Tim Walton. Sean interviews Max Starks as he reminisces about his career as a Gator and a Steeler and shares a good Steve Spurrier story, too. Coach Tim Walton is preparing for his 19th season as head coach of Gators softball. Sean checks in with Walton for a preview of the 2024 team and the future of sport in the Olympics. UF student, Kenna McGinnis, is readying for final exams and takes us behind the scenes at one of her favorite study spots in "Kenna On Campus." Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #14: Kevin O’Sullivan, Shane Matthews Nov 30, 2023

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Sean's guests in Episode 14 are Florida baseball head coach Kevin O'Sullivan and UF Hall of Famer Shane Matthews. O'Sullivan shares his thoughts on his team's fall workouts and the upcoming 2024 Gators baseball team. Matthews discusses his being named an SEC Legend, his career and his role as analyst on the Gators Sports Network football broadcasts. Finally, Kenna McGinnis introduces us to the "Mic Man" in this episode's "Kenna On Campus" segment. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #13: Daniel Cross, Aliyah Matharu Nov 21, 2023

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In this week's episode, Sean Kelley pays tribute to 5th year walk-on, Daniel Cross, who will be honored on Senior Day as the Gators football team wraps up the regular season against Florida State at The Swamp. Cross opens up about his journey of resilience and dedication to his teammates and the University of Florida. Additionally, Sean catches up with the rising star of the Gators women's basketball team, Aliyah Matharu. After two previous collegiate stops, Matharu has finally found her place with the Gators, and her joy is evident in her performance on the court. Finally, Kenna McGinnis engages with fellow students about the Thanksgiving holiday and the much-anticipated rivalry football game in her latest segment of "Kenna On Campus." Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales #12: Men's Basketball's Tyrese Samuel, UF Club Ice Hockey Nov 14, 2023

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Sean is back from Baton Rouge, and he talks about his trip with Gators Football to the LSU game. The conversation then turns toward men's basketball. Sean conducts his first interview with power forward Tyrese Samuel. Samuel is a native Canadian and transfers to UF from Seton Hall. Then, it's off to the ice rink where Sean finds UF club hockey captain Connor Nicholson. Nicholson tells the story of a UF team that's been skating for nearly 30 years. Episode 12 also includes another installment of "Kenna On Campus" with UF student, Kenna McGinnis. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

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