GAINESVILLE, Fla. – No. 5 Florida men's basketball (17-2, 4-2 SEC) returns to action this Saturday in the O'Connell Center, as the Gators take on the Georgia Bulldogs (14-5, 2-4 SEC) at 3:30 p.m.
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Know Before You Go
- Arrive Early to Avoid Lines; general public gates (Gates 1 and 4) and the UF student gate (Gate 3) open at 2:30 p.m.
- Men's Basketball Gameday Parking Info
- General public tickets are sold out. Shop verified resale tickets by visiting Ticketmaster.com.
- Don't Wait Until the Gate: Fans are encouraged to add their Mobile Tickets and digital parking passes to their digital wallet prior to heading to the O'Dome for faster and more efficient gate access.
- All active UF students must enter through Gate 3 with a free, claimed season pass. Click here to claim your pass. Possession of a student season pass does not guarantee entry, and admission is first-come, first-served for students who have claimed a pass.
- Tipoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network and on radio via the Gators Sports Network from LEARFIELD.
- Florida Basketball Game Day Guide
- Download the Georgia Digital Game Program
- Got game day questions? Ask Albert
White retro Fighting Gator shirts will be placed on lower bowl seats, courtesy of Meldon Law.
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Giveaways & Promotions
- White Retro Fighting Gator T-Shirts: Placed on all lower bowl seats courtesy of Meldon Law.
- Alligator Alley in the Practice Court (Between Gates 3 & 4): Check out all of the interactive activities, games, and giveaways before the game.
- O2B Kids Baby Race: Babies will crawl for a chance to with a prize package including $5,000 in O2B Kids tuition, a $500 stroller wagon, a $250 UF Bookstore gift card, and a signed Coach Golden basketball.
- Postgame Layups: Kids ages 12 & under can shoot layups on the court after the game, presented by Meldon Law.
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Ticket Information
As
previously announced, tickets for the Georgia game have sold out in addition to the South Carolina (Feb. 15), Texas A&M (Mar. 1), and Ole Miss (Mar. 8) games. Limited ticket inventory remains for the Gators' other two home dates against Vanderbilt (Feb. 4) and Oklahoma (Feb. 18). Single-game tickets can be purchased by visiting
FloridaGators.com/tickets, calling (352) 375-4683, or at the O'Connell Center Ticket Office (located north of Gate 1) 90 minutes before each game .
- Student Tickets: Beginning at 2:30 p.m., all students must enter Exactech Arena through Gate 3, located on the southwest side of the venue. Please note that possession of a student season pass does not guarantee entry, as all active students are eligible for a free season pass. Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis for students who have claimed a pass. *Please note, the game vs. Georgia is sold out, so student capacity will be capped at the normal level.
- Verified Resale Tickets: Ticketmaster.com is the only verified resale partner for the Florida Gators. Avoid purchasing tickets from unauthorized secondary sites or unknown individuals. Click here for tips on verifying tickets.
- Will Call: Tickets can be picked up at the Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center Ticket Office, located north of Gate 1 near the Tom & Jane Johnson Family Atrium.
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This Weekend on Campus
Friday, Jan. 24
#3 Florida Gymnastics vs. #13 Georgia: 6:15 p.m.
Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center
- Alumni Night presented by Publix
- Raising Cane's for Rowdy Reptiles: Chicken tenders for the first 500 UF students starting at 4:30 p.m. outside O'Connell Center gate 3.
- General Giveaways: Be sure to pick up 2025 Gators Gymnastics season posters, schedule magnets, and 10.0 fan cards inside Gate 1.
- O2B Kid's Corner: Located in the practice court near Gate 4, kids can get free giveaways, temporary tattoos, play games, make posters, meet the mascots & Dazzlers, and more!
- Tickets from only $15 for this highly anticipated matchup. Click here to purchase.
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Saturday, January 25
ITA Kick-Off Weekend
Florida Women's Tennis vs. FIU: 11:00 a.m.
- The first 100 fans will receive a free Gators Sherpa blanket.
- Free admission for everyone at the Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex.
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Sunday, January 26
Florida Women's Tennis - ITA Kick-Off Weekend Championship: 2:00 p.m.
•    Free admission and complimentary 2025 schedule posters at the Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex.
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