Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban to accept NFF MacArthur Bowl

A special ceremony is taking place in Atlanta Friday at the College Football Hall of Fame in honor of the 2015 National Champions, the Alabama Crimson Tide. 

2016 Russell Athletic Bowl date announced

The 2016 Russell Athletic Bowl will be played Dec. 28 at the recently renamed Camping World Stadium, Citrus Sports officials announced Wednesday.

Deltona native Paxton Lynch in NFL draft

On the eve of the NFL draft, all eyes are on one of Central Florida's very own.  If you're a college football fan, you've no doubt heard of the 6 foot, 6 inch quarterback from the University of Memphis, Paxton Lynch.  Before Lynch played for the Tigers, he was the quarterback for the Deltona Trinity Christian Academy Eagles.

FSU's Leonard switches from defense to offense

While Rick Leonard has only been part of Florida State's offensive line for a limited time, he has impressed coaches and teammates with the progress he has made during spring practices. The junior, who has been a defensive end the past two seasons, decided to make the change during the offseason. He has played right tackle and right guard, in addition to...

Florida State's Rathan-Mayes to enter NBA draft

Florida State sophomore Xavier Rathan-Mayes will enter the NBA draft but not hire an agent. The 6-foot-4 guard is taking advantage of a rule where he can attend team workouts and the pre-draft combine to assess his prospects without losing eligibility. The deadline to withdraw and return to school is May 25.

FSU's Bacon withdraws from NBA draft consideration

Dwayne Bacon says he will withdraw his name for the NBA draft and will return to Florida State for his sophomore season. The 6-foot-7 guard made the announcement Monday night on his Twitter account, and a school spokesman confirmed the decision. Bacon said he made the decision after consulting further with his family and looking back at the season.

Florida gives McElwain $750,000 raise after winning SEC East

Florida gave coach Jim McElwain a $750,000-a-year raise Friday after winning the Southeastern Conference's Eastern Division in his first season.

UCF introduces Johnny Dawkins as new men's basketball coach

It has been one eventful week for Johnny Dawkins. The former Duke All-American was fired from his job as Stanford's men's basketball coach after eight seasons last week.

Spurrier to receive Neyland Trophy from Knoxville QB Club

Former Florida and South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier has been named the 2016 winner of the Neyland Trophy, an award the Knoxville Quarterback Club gives annually to a major contributor to college athletics

George Washington beats UF, advances to NIT semifinals

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tyler Cavanaugh scored 23, including a key 3-pointer in the final minute, and Kevin Larsen added 19 points with a season-high 13 rebounds to help George Washington beat Florida 82-77 Wednesday night in the quarterfinals of the NIT. Patricio Garino added 13 points and rebounds for fourth-seeded George Washington. Cavanaugh made 4 of 5 from 3-point range.

Florida State's Bacon to submit name for NBA draft

Florida State freshman Dwayne Bacon announced Wednesday night that he will submit his name for the NBA draft but will not hire an agent. The 6-foot-7 guard made the announcement on his Twitter account and it was confirmed by a school spokesman.

Miami plays Villanova tomorrow in the Sweet 16

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Hurricanes leave locker room language in the locker room, because coach Jim Larranaga prohibits cursing on the court. What the heck? "One of our messages is that success is based on self-discipline," Larranaga said. "If you're swearing all the time, you'll swear in the game and get yourself a technical foul or get yourself out of...

FSU's Malik Beasley to enter NBA draft

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida State freshman guard Malik Beasley announced Monday night that he will enter the NBA draft. "The things I have learned and the growth I have realized this season as both a person and player have made me confident that I can take the next step in realizing my dreams to play at the next level," Beasley said in a statement.

Bulgak's 18 points lead Florida St. to 74-56 win over A&M

Florida State saw the epic comeback of the Texas A&M's men over Northern Iowa on Sunday night and the Seminoles were not about to let the Aggies do the same thing to them on Monday night.

Florida beats Ohio State 74-66 in NIT second round

Dorian Finney-Smith had 16 point and 12 rebounds Sunday to help No. 2 seed Florida beat third-seeded Ohio State 74-66 in the second round of the NIT. Kasey Hill added 15 points, Kevarrius Hayes scored 14 and Justin Leon 12. The Gators (21-14) opened the second half with a 16-4 run to lead 47-34 and then held on in the final 4:34 after the Buckeyes (21-14) narrowed the gap to seven.

No. 1 seed UNC beats Florida Gulf Coast 83-67 in NCAA opener

When North Carolina is playing its best, it's a team that can score, defend and rebound at a rate worthy of its No. 1 NCAA Tournament seed.