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Florida Gators Advance to Elite Eight After Dominating Maryland in Sweet 16

Florida Gators Advance to Elite Eight After Dominating Maryland in Sweet 16

The Florida Gators have secured their spot in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament after a convincing victory over the Maryland Terrapins in the Sweet 16. The game, which took place in a packed arena, saw Florida dominating with a final score of 87-71, showcasing their prowess on both ends of the court.

Coach Todd Golden's strategic gameplay and the outstanding performance of players like Walter Clayton were pivotal in this win. Clayton, in particular, shone brightly, contributing significantly to the Gators' offensive output. On the other side, Maryland's season came to an end, with Coach Kevin Willard and his team unable to overcome Florida's relentless pressure.

The Gators' victory not only advances them in the tournament but also sets the stage for an exciting matchup in the Elite Eight. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Florida can maintain their momentum and continue their march towards the Final Four.

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Where can I watch Florida Gators men's basketball vs Maryland Terrapins men's basketball?

You can tune into Florida vs. Maryland on TBS, which is available on platforms like DirecTV, Sling, and Hulu with Live TV. The game will also be streaming on Max.

Why is Maryland the Terrapin?

Why is Maryland called the Terrapin? The diamondback terrapin became Maryland's official state reptile in 1994. However, in 1932, then-football coach Dr. H. Curley Byrd recommended that it be used as the school mascot in response to the Diamondback's (school newspaper) search for a new 'official mascot.'

Where can I watch Gators basketball?

Florida and Maryland will air on TBS/TruTV and stream on Sling. Kevin Bonner will handle play-by-play duties, with Dan Bonner and Stan Van Gundy as the color analysts. Lauren Shehadi will work courtside.

Who does Florida play in the Elite 8?

Florida Gators and Texas Tech Red Raiders square off in Elite 8. Texas Tech Red Raiders (28-8, 16-6 Big 12) vs. Florida Gators (33-4, 17-4 SEC) San Francisco; Saturday, 6:09 p.m. EDT… BOTTOM LINE: No. 3 Florida and No. 9 Texas Tech meet in the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight.

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