Softball Announces Canned Food Drive Ahead of Fall Ball

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Florida softball is set to open its fall schedule on Oct. 16, kicking off a slate of eight exhibition games that will give Gators fans their first opportunity to see the team in action ahead of the 2027 season.

All seven home games are free and open to the public. The Gators will also host a canned food drive throughout the fall season benefiting Bread of the Mighty Food Bank and encourage fans to bring canned goods as their admission to each game.

Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Concessions will be available at all fall ball games.

The 2027 Florida softball roster features a squad of 21 players, including 14 returners from the 2026 team, along with seven newcomers, five freshmen and two transfers.

All dates and times are subject to change.

Fall 2026 Schedule

Opponent	Date	Time	Location
Santa Fe	Oct. 16	6 p.m.	Gainesville
Carson-Newman	Oct. 17	6 p.m.	Gainesville
UNF	Oct. 23	6 p.m.	Gainesville
USF	Oct. 27	6 p.m.	Gainesville
St. Leo	Nov. 6	6 p.m.	Gainesville
FSU	Nov. 13	6 p.m.	Gainesville
UCF	Nov. 15	2 p.m.	Orlando
JU	Nov. 20	6 p.m.	Gainesville

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