OCTOBER 19, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
18FLORIDA GATORS 6-0 · 1ST IN SEC
6-0 · 1ST IN SEC
Next Game vs Wake Forest · Thu 7:30PM
Gators Center Colin Castleton Named to Preseason All-SEC First Team SEC media votes Florida Gators center Colin Castleton to the Preseason All-SEC First Team ahead of SEC Media Day.
Kowacie Reeves - Leads team in scrimmage Reeves had a team-high 15 points (6-7 FG0 to go along with three rebounds, three steals and a block during an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday, 247 Sports reports.
Impact Two projected starters in Will Richard (knee) and Kyle Lofton (groin) did not participate, which left the door open for Reeves to see increased volume in an expanded role. Reeves temporarily served as a starter last season, but the production was largely inconsistent (though he did average 16.3 ppg over the season's final three games). He explored the transfer portal in advance of his sophomore season, but ultimately elected to return to Gainesville to build on averages of 5.5 points and 1.4 rebounds posted in his freshman year. While his fantasy value could be limited in a sixth-man role, look for Reeves to ramp up production whenever the backcourt finds itself short-handed.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jason Jitoboh - Impressive in scrimmage Jitoboh had 13 points (5-5 FG), two rebounds and a steal during an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday, 247 Sports reports.
Impact Jitoboh continues to recover from a brutal eye injury that has already required multiple surgeries, but reports from earlier this month suggested he was nearing full strength, and a standout scrimmage performance implies he won't be limited to begin the season. The 6-11 senior is in line to serve as the primary backup to SEC preseason first-teamer Collin Castleton.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Colin Castleton - Voted Preseason All-SEC first-team Castleton was named to the Preseason All-SEC first team Wednesday, Adam Silverstein of OnlyGators.com reports.
Impact Castleton is expected to have an outstanding fifth year in college hoops, as he averaged 30.6 minutes, 16.2 points, 9.0 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game a season ago for the Gators. The 6-foot-11, 240-pounder has also added muscle and worked on his outside shooting throughout the offseason, giving him tremendous upside to be mentioned alongside the top players in the country during the 2022-2023 campaign.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Florida Gators Basketball 2022-23 Player Profile: Wing Riley Kugel Examining the past, present and future of each Florida Gators’ scholarship basketball player for the 2022-23 season.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Lofton makes practice return, Gators encouraged by depth The Gators added Lofton over the offseason after he spent four years at St. Bonaventure
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Richard returning to full practice participation, Lofton close behind Richard joined the Gators over the offseason after a year at Belmont
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Will Richard - Fully cleared Coach Todd Golden said that Richard (knee) has been fully cleared for a ll basketball-related activities, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Richard suffered a minor knee injury a few weeks ago, but is not healthy and should be a big factor for this team to start their season on Nov. 7 against Stony Brook. Richard averaged 12.1 points and 6.0 rebounds per game last year with Belmont.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Florida basketball scrimmage notes and stats Florida held over an hour of scrimmage work on Saturday
OCTOBER 15, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Myreon Jones more confident and comfortable, believes UF can make NCAA Tournament Florida guard Myreon Jones is comfortable, confident and looking to lead in his second season with the Gators.
OCTOBER 12, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Gators German F/C Aleks Szymczyk Talks Drastic Transition to College Hoops Florida Gators freshman big man Aleks Szymczyk discusses the drastic transition from European to American basketball and his growth in his t...
OCTOBER 12, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Observations and Notes from the Gators' 10/11 Basketball Practice The Florida Gators returned a major contributor to the hardwood and showcased the fix to an ailment of past team’s in practice No. 11.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • SACBEE.COM
Florida basketball preseason scrimmage opponents set The Gators are set to open their season on Nov. 7 against Stony Brook
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Gators Land in Top 6 for 2024 PG Dedan Thomas Jr. The Florida Gators land in the top six for 2024 point guard prospect Dedan Thomas Jr.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gators Wing Niels Lane Carving Out Niche with Defensive Superiority Florida Gators wing Niels Lane is using his defensive superiority to carve out a valuable role in a deep rotation.
OCTOBER 6, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Wednesday basketball practice notes and observations The Gators held their seventh practice of the preseason on Wednesday afternoon and were without three scholarship players
OCTOBER 5, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Tuesday practice notes and observations Florida held its sixth preseason practice Tuesday afternoon at the Exactech Arena.
OCTOBER 4, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Observations and Notes From Gators Basketball Preseason Practice No. 5 What about Florida Gators’ hoops stands out as they complete their first week of preseason practices?
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Practice focus: Lane's defense, improved offensive game evident Monday Florida's fifth practice session of preseason camp was held Monday in the Exactech Arena.
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Monday practice notes and observations Florida held its fifth preseason practice at the O'Connell Center
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Florida guard Kyle Lofton out 7-10 days with minor injury Lofton transferred to Florida over the offseason after four years at St. Bonaventure
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Saturday practice notes and observations The Gators held their first scrimmage of the preseason on Saturday
OCTOBER 1, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
Todd Golden: Gators PF Alex Fudge 'The Definition of an Impactful Player' Gators head coach Todd Golden and Florida veterans extend high praise to power forward Alex Fudge ahead of his sophomore season.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Gators Todd Golden Sets Tournament-Level Expectations for Year One Campaign Gators head coach Todd Golden sets a barometer for what will define Florida’s success in his first campaign.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Wednesday practice notes and observations Florida held its second practice of preseason camp on Wednesday
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM
