{"id":155603,"date":"2026-02-14T15:45:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T15:45:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/155603\/"},"modified":"2026-02-14T15:45:51","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T15:45:51","slug":"photo-highlights-from-florida-baseballs-season-opening-loss-to-uab","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/155603\/","title":{"rendered":"Photo highlights from Florida baseball&#8217;s season-opening loss to UAB"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Feb. 14, 2026, 10:07 a.m. ET<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678751007-usatsi-28234759.jpg\"  elementtiming=\"pg-lead-image\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida Gators face Opening Day challenger UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida Gators face Opening Day challenger UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678777007-usatsi-28234595.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Former gator Alex Faedo throws out the first pitch on Opening Day, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the UAB Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Former gator Alex Faedo throws out the first pitch on Opening Day, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the UAB Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678795007-usatsi-28234875.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Former gator Alex Faedo throws out the first pitch on Opening Day, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the UAB Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Former gator Alex Faedo throws out the first pitch on Opening Day, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the UAB Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678742007-usatsi-28234589.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida Gators Associate Head Coach Tom Slater shakes hands before the first pitch on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida Gators Associate Head Coach Tom Slater shakes hands before the first pitch on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678745007-usatsi-28234609.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678754007-usatsi-28234725.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678747007-usatsi-28234780.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678746007-usatsi-28234783.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"UABA\u0303\u2022s infielder Alex Cheeseman (8) is safe at third before Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) gets the ball, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>UABA\u0303\u2022s infielder Alex Cheeseman (8) is safe at third before Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) gets the ball, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678753007-usatsi-28234851.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678743007-usatsi-28234896.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678755007-usatsi-28234905.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Cade Kurland (4) heads to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Cade Kurland (4) heads to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678758007-usatsi-28234625.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678752007-usatsi-28234631.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Landon Stripling (13) with a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Landon Stripling (13) with a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678749007-usatsi-28234652.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678761007-usatsi-28234655.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Landon Stripling (13) with a single to left field against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Landon Stripling (13) with a single to left field against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678760007-usatsi-28234714.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) heads for home against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) heads for home against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678744007-usatsi-28234922.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678759007-usatsi-28234584.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678756007-usatsi-28234687.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Landon Stripling (13) bobbles the ball in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Landon Stripling (13) bobbles the ball in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678757007-usatsi-28234808.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Cade Kurland (4) makes the tag in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Cade Kurland (4) makes the tag in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678748007-usatsi-28234929.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678770007-usatsi-28234764.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's outfielder Kyle Jones (3) scores a run for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s outfielder Kyle Jones (3) scores a run for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678772007-usatsi-28234774.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) steals second against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) steals second against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678771007-usatsi-28234796.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678773007-usatsi-28234858.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678775007-usatsi-28234931.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Blake Cyr (5) makes the catch against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Blake Cyr (5) makes the catch against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678774007-usatsi-28234946.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678776007-usatsi-28234591.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's catcher Karson Bowen (14) behind the plate for the Gators against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s catcher Karson Bowen (14) behind the plate for the Gators against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678779007-usatsi-28234604.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's outfielder Kyle Jones (3) scores a run for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s outfielder Kyle Jones (3) scores a run for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678780007-usatsi-28234642.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678781007-usatsi-28234666.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Cade Kurland (4) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Cade Kurland (4) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678783007-usatsi-28234682.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678782007-usatsi-28234694.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Jackson Barberi (22) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Jackson Barberi (22) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678784007-usatsi-28234699.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678785007-usatsi-28234708.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Landon Stripling (13) bobbles the ball in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Landon Stripling (13) bobbles the ball in the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678786007-usatsi-28234728.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Blake Cyr (5) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Blake Cyr (5) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678787007-usatsi-28234737.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678788007-usatsi-28234793.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) heads for home against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) heads for home against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678789007-usatsi-28234831.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Cade Kurland (4) at bat against UAB Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Cade Kurland (4) at bat against UAB Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678791007-usatsi-28234863.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Blake Cyr (5) with a standup double against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Blake Cyr (5) with a standup double against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678793007-usatsi-28234871.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) scores a run against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678798007-usatsi-28234877.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10)] with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10)] with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678799007-usatsi-28234648.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) at bat in the bottom of the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) at bat in the bottom of the first inning against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678800007-usatsi-28234663.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678802007-usatsi-28234670.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"UABA\u0303\u2022s utility Andrew Hunt (22) is safe at home against Florida, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>UABA\u0303\u2022s utility Andrew Hunt (22) is safe at home against Florida, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678805007-usatsi-28234753.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Blake Cyr (5) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Blake Cyr (5) at bat against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678804007-usatsi-28234732.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12) was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678803007-usatsi-28234751.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) with the throw to first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678806007-usatsi-28234752.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Ricky Reeth (31) pitches in relief against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678807007-usatsi-28234811.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's catcher Karson Bowen (14) behind the plate against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s catcher Karson Bowen (14) behind the plate against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678809007-usatsi-28234812.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) talks with Athletic Trainer Jarrett Schweim, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) talks with Athletic Trainer Jarrett Schweim, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678812007-usatsi-28234834.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) canA\u0303\u2022t get the throw in time before UABA\u0303\u2022s outfielder Landon Beaver (44) tags third, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Ethan Surowiec (10) canA\u0303\u2022t get the throw in time before UABA\u0303\u2022s outfielder Landon Beaver (44) tags third, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678813007-usatsi-28234917.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's Liam Peterson (12)] was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. &#10;[Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Liam Peterson (12)] was the starting pitcher for the Gators on Opening Day against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678814007-usatsi-28234799.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678815007-usatsi-28234866.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11) gets tripped up on his way to third against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678816007-usatsi-28234592.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Brendan Lawson (11)] with a double against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Brendan Lawson (11)] with a double against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678817007-usatsi-28234619.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Jackson Barberi (22) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Jackson Barberi (22) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678818007-usatsi-28234902.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's infielder Landon Stripling (13) gets the ball at first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s infielder Landon Stripling (13) gets the ball at first against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026<\/p>\n<p>Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun, Cyndi Chambers\/Gainesville Sun \/ USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images<img class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/88678819007-usatsi-28234841.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Florida's pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. [Cyndi Chambers\/ Gainesville Sun] 2026\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s pitcher Russell Sandefer (17) comes into the game against UAB, Friday, February 13, 2026, at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Florida. The Gators lost Game 1 to the Blazers 9-7. 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