Gators Host No. 7 Florida State Monday at 5:30 p.m.
Monday, November 16, 2015 | Women's Basketball
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Florida and Florida State tangle on the hardwood for the 72nd time, when the Gators entertain their instate rival to the west on Monday, November 16. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. and is the first game of a basketball doubleheader. The Gator men host North Carolina A&T at 8 p.m.
Game Day Data
· The 71-game series is the longest in Gator program history, in front of the 66 meetings against Georgia.
· This is UF's first of potentially several games this year against a nationally-ranked opponent. The Seminoles check in at No. 7 in both national polls.
· Monday's game is the season-opener for Florida State.
Looking Back
· Florida lost at Temple, 97-91, on Friday, Nov. 13.
· There were 56 free throw attempts and 49 personal fouls called during the game
· Temple converted 28-of-35 from the line compared to the 12-of-21 effort by the Gators.
· UF shot 52.2 percent (35-67) from the floor during the game.
· Florida blocked 11 shots, the most since swatting 13 against Alabama State on Dec. 20, 2010
· All 12 Gators scored in the game, paced by Cassie Peoples' 18 points.
· This was the first time since 2008-09 that the Gators opened their season on the road (Florida lost at Florida Gulf Coast, 88-86, Nov. 14, 2008)
Florida vs. Florida State
· The Gators lead the all-time series, 41-30, including a 19-9 record when playing in Gainesville.
· 71-Game Series: UF leads 41-30 (UF Home: 19-9; Away: 13-16; Neutral: 9-5)
· FSU has won the last three meetings and by an average of 21.7 points per game during that run.
· The Seminoles also have won nine of the last 12 in the series.
· Florida's last victory against the 'Noles was a 72-58 win on Nov. 17, 2011 in Gainesville.
Homecoming, Class of 2006
· FSU assistant coach Danielle Santos was a four-year letterwinner for the Gators, wearing the Orange & Blue from 2002-06.
· One of her Gator classmates was Brittany Davis, who is a radio analyst for the Gators.
· Another of their teammates was Sarah Lowe, whom resides in Philadelphia and talked with the Gators prior to their season-opener at Temple.
· The fourth member of their graduating class was Misty Knight, who was hired in mid-2015 to work at the SEC office.
· Carol Ross was the Gator head coach who recruited and signed the class, however, resigned before the group stepped foot on campus. Ross is working today's game as the color analyst for the SEC Network.
Quotes from the Court – UF Head Coach Amanda Butler
“When you have a special circumstance like Monday's game and you have a special circumstance like coming off a loss, your leadership, especially from upperclassmen, becomes real important. To part of this team, the rivalry against Florida State is brand new.”
On Florida State:
“Since they haven't played a game yet, all we have to look at is what they did last year and they were not outrebounded in one game the entire season. Their rebounding is what fuels their break and those are two areas where they are exceptional. We have to make the we are boxing out and we have to make sure the our transition defense is near flawless.”
Game Day Information
· Who: Florida (0-1, 0-0 SEC) hosts #7 Florida State (0-0, 0-0 ACC)
· Where: Stephen C. O'Connell Center (11,548) * Gainesville, Fla.
· When: Mon., November 16, 2015 * 5:30 p.m. ET
· What: DOUBLEHEADER
GAME NOTES:
· Florida (PDF): http://www.gatorzone.com/basketball/women/stats/notes/pre/20151116173000.pdf
· Florida State (PDF): http://www.seminoles.com/pdf9/4112906.pdf?SPSID=917097&SPID=157129&DB_OEM_ID=32900
Game Coverage & More!
· Radio: LIVE on ESPN Gainesville (850AM) in Gainesville with Adam Schick & Brittany Davis
· Internet Audio: LIVE thru www.Gatorzone.com (FREE) - http://www.gatorvision.tv/watch/
· Television: LIVE on SEC Network with Brenda VanLengen and Carol Ross
· Internet Video: WatchESPN - http://espn.go.com/watchespn/
· Internet Scoring: Stat Broadcast (FREE) via Gatorzone.com - http://www.sidearmstats.com/florida/wbball/
DOUBLEHEADER Women's Tickets
· Tickets: $5 – Reserved General Admission (Sections I1, J1); $4 – General Admission; FREE – UF and SFC Students with valid ID; FREE – Children 17 and Under (in General Admission areas)
· If a season ticket holder has a child attend with them and they would like to sit in the RESERVED AREA, they must purchase a $5 ticket.
· Bring 3 kids age 17 and under, and receive FREE general admission seating
· Single-game tickets for women's basketball will be available to purchase until halftime.
· All card holders (Gold, Platinum and Season) for women's basketball will be able to get into the men's game and sit in the General Admission area in the 3rd level (Sections A – E).
Additional Hoopla for Monday's Game
· Alberta Bobbleheads: Free Alberta bobbleheads for first 1,000 fans in attendance!
· Sun Sports Schedule Key Tag: The first 1,000 fans in attendance receive a free schedule key tag featuring Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, and Gymnastics.
· Rowdy Reptiles Check-in: Students, check-in with your Rowdy Reptiles Rewards app to earn 8 points! Visit RowdyReptiles.com all year long for details.
· Bring 3, Get In Free: Fans, bring 3 kids age 17 and under, and receive free general admission seating!
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