GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Fresh off a thrilling overtime win against No. 23 Loyola, the No. 4 Florida lacrosse team (2-1) will wrap up its four-game home stand to begin the 2018 season against the Jacksonville Dolphins (2-1) on Wednesday night.
The opening draw is set for 7 p.m. from Donald R. Dizney Stadium. A live stream of the game will be available via YouTube, with Daniel Gillman and former Gator lacrosse alumnus Annabeth Collins on the call.
No. 4 Florida vs. Jacksonville Live Stream
Wednesday's contest will feature the eighth meeting between the Gators and Dolphins, with Florida currently owning a perfect 7-0 mark in the series. UF's seven wins over Jacksonville are tied for the most over any opponent. The last time JU visited Gainesville in 2014, Shannon Gilroy's seven goals led UF to a 21-5 victory.
Jacksonville enters Wednesday's game after defeating Ohio State in overtime, 17-16, on Friday night.
Head Coach Amanda O'Leary:
"We're looking forward to playing in a night game in front of our fans. It will be important for us to regain our focus after Sunday's ending and come out of the gate prepared for a tough test against Jacksonville. They're (Jacksonville) consistently an NCAA Tournament team and are very well-coached, so they're going to come in here ready to give us a great game."
Night Games
In the nine-year history of Florida lacrosse, the Gators are a dominant 32-3 (.914) in night games (starting after 6 p.m.). The last time UF dropped a night contest was March 17, 2015 against Stony Brook.
Scouting The Dolphins
Jacksonville is coming off a 14-6 campaign and an NCAA Tournament berth in 2017. The Dolphins boast two wins over Big Ten opponents thus far in 2018: Michigan and Ohio State. ASUN Preseason Player of the Year, midfielder Ashtyn Hiron, leads the way for JU.
Orange Out
For the first time in the history of Florida lacrosse, the Gators will don all-orange uniforms on Wednesday night against Jacksonville.
No. 4 Florida vs. Jacksonville Broadcast Information
Time: 7 p.m.
Live Stream: YouTube
Live Stats: Sidearm Stats
Pregame Notes
Series Information
- Wednesday's tilt will be the eighth meeting between Florida and Jacksonville
- Florida leads: 7-0
- Home: 3-0 | Away: 4-0
- Last Time Out: February 27, 2017 at Jacksonville | W, 21-14
Quick Facts
- Head Coach Amanda O'Leary is looking to become just the fifth coach in the history of Division I women's lacrosse to win 300 games in her career. O'Leary is currently 295-98 in 23 seasons as a head coach.
- Lindsey Ronbeck (99) is on the verge of becoming the 10th Gator to score at least 100 career goals.
- Haley Hicklen needs just 37 saves to move into second place all-time at Florida.
- Florida owns a 79-13 (.859) record all-time at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.
- #PirrecaPower: Pirreca sisters Shayna and Sydney have combined to score 34% (16/47) of UF's goals in 2018.
Fan Information
Admission is free to all regular season Florida lacrosse home games. Wear Orange: Gator fans are encouraged to wear orange, as the team will be donning all-orange uniforms. In addition, make plans to stay after the game for a fireworks show!
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