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Big-name programs headline 2022-23 men’s basketball schedule

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Sep 12, 2022

After months of anticipation, the full University of North Florida (UNF) men’s basketball schedule has been released, and it includes some of the nation’s top teams. Much of the earlier non-conference...

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Construction equipment sit on the arena floor.

UNF Arena renovations progressing, completion slated for October

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Aug 25, 2022

After roughly six months of construction, renovations to University of North Florida (UNF) Arena are coming along nicely as the Ospreys anxiously await their newly-updated home. Plans for an updated...

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The backstop of Harmon Stadium shines bright under the lights as the Ospreys host the Florida Gators.

Building an athletic department through opponents: How UNF is using strategic scheduling to bolster its programs

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Mar 8, 2022

The Ospreys have hosted some big-name opponents over the past few weeks, something that Director of Athletics Nick Morrow views as a stepping stone to creating the ideal college sports experience at the...

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UNF forward Jonathan Aybar (21) and teammates regroup after a hard-fought possession on defense against Liberty University on Feb. 15, 2022.

Men’s basketball season comes to end with tournament loss

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Mar 3, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A long and disappointing 2021-22 season came to a close on Tuesday as the Ospreys fell to Lipscomb University in the ASUN tournament. In a season full of frustration, things started...

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UNF outfielder Kayla Harper sets in for an at-bat against the Florida Gators on Tuesday, Feb. 22.

All Things Osprey: Basketball squads cap off regular season, while softball picks up trio of weekend wins

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 28, 2022

Things didn’t get off to a great start for many of the University of North Florida athletic teams this week, but men’s basketball and softball carried the torch in the latter half to close out the...

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UNF forwards Jonathan Aybar (21) and Jadyn Parker (24) take to a layup line with all smiles earlier in the season against Liberty.

Men’s basketball bounces back with overtime win at Stetson

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 27, 2022

DELAND, Fla. — After suffering arguably one of the worst losses in program history, the Ospreys got back on track Saturday with a hard-fought road win to close out the regular season. The UNF men’s...

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Rhetta Moore led the way for UNF with 20 points on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2022.

Women’s basketball rolls through JU to end losing skid

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 25, 2022

UNF women’s basketball got the job done on Thursday, picking up their biggest win against Jacksonville University in program history. It has been an up-and-down season for the Ospreys, but a win over...

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UNF Head Coach Matthew Driscoll sits silently in frustration as his team took a 18-point deficit into halftime.

Men’s basketball humiliated in River City Rumble blowout loss

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 24, 2022

After steadily building momentum over the last few weeks, all hope seems lost as the Ospreys were trampled 71-39 by Jacksonville University (JU)  on Wednesday. This game was over the second it started....

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University of North Florida Basketball Head Coach Matthew Driscoll instructs guard Jordan Preaster during a stoppage in play at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, Florida, Tuesday, Feb. 15.

Newcomers step up, lead men’s basketball to upset win against Liberty

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 16, 2022

When fans of any Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) school hear the words “Liberty University,” resentment follows soon thereafter. These fans have been trapped under the fist of the Flames, who have...

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UNF guard Jaida Bond takes a free throw late in the game against Bellarmine on Wednesday morning.

Ospreys snap losing skid, take down Bellarmine in morning matchup

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 10, 2022

UNF women’s basketball took down conference foe Bellarmine in an all-around win Wednesday morning. Things haven’t gone the Ospreys’ way as of late, dropping some close games in the final minutes....

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UNF forward Jadyn Parker (24) goes to work in the post against Bellarmine on Wednesday.

Second half rally falls short, Ospreys fall to Bellarmine

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 10, 2022

A common theme throughout the season for UNF men’s basketball has been an inability to come out on top in tight conference games. After winning two games in a row — one of which was against the...

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Ospreys continue to roll, down North Alabama in road win

Ospreys continue to roll, down North Alabama in road win

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Feb 7, 2022

FLORENCE, Ala. — A win on Saturday marked an accomplishment for UNF men’s basketball that they haven’t experienced this year: winning consecutive games against Division I opponents. The Ospreys...

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