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02/14/2025

Join host Rob Browne on SEC Sidelines as we delve into two major developments in SEC sports: the unprecedented top-two basketball matchup between Auburn and Alabama, and the recent departure of Florida's defensive backs coach, Will Harris.

Key Highlights:

Historic Iron Bowl Basketball Matchup:

For the first time in Southeastern Conference history, the men's basketball teams of Auburn and Alabama are ranked No. 1 and No. 2, respectively.

This historic game is set to take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in Tuscaloosa.

Both teams have seen a resurgence in basketball prominence, with key players like Johni Broome (Auburn) and Mark Sears (Alabama) returning to college play, influenced by extended draft evaluation periods and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.

Will Harris Departs Florida for Miami:

After just one season with the Florida Gators, defensive backs coach Will Harris is leaving to join the Miami Hurricanes as their safeties coach.

Harris's departure comes amid a series of coaching changes within the Florida program, raising questions about the stability and future direction under head coach Billy Napier.

Special Guests:

Kevin Scarbinsky – USBWA Hall of Famer and veteran sports journalist.

Doug Dean – Auburn basketball analyst and commentator.

Frank Duffy – LSU sports analyst and commentator.

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02/13/2025

🔥 Live on SEC Sidelines with Rob Browne! Join us as we dive into today's top SEC headlines:

🏀 Missouri's Commanding Victory: Mark Mitchell's career-high 25 points lead No. 21 Missouri to an 82-58 win over Oklahoma.

🏀 Arkansas Overcomes LSU: Zvonimir Ivisic scores 25 points, propelling the Razorbacks to a 70-58 victory over LSU.

🏀 Ole Miss Edges Out South Carolina: Malik Dia's crucial 3-pointer helps No. 19 Ole Miss clinch a 72-68 victory.

💰 NIL & Title IX Developments: The U.S. Department of Education has rescinded guidance issued during the final days of the Biden administration, which had stated that Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation for student-athletes should be considered as "athletic financial assistance" and thus be distributed equitably between men's and women's programs under Title IX. The current administration argues that this guidance was overly burdensome and lacked legal justification.

🏈 NCAA Considers Women's Flag Football: The NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics recommends adding flag football to the Emerging Sports for Women program.

⚖️ Eligibility Controversies: Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia and former junior college baseball player Alberto Osuna pursue legal action to extend their playing eligibility.

Special Guests:

Coach Matt Dean – Director of Athletics at Rhodes College.

Gary Harris – Sports Director at WVUA 23 in Alabama.

John Hartwell – Director of Athletics at the University of Louisiana Monroe.

📢 Tune in LIVE as we analyze the latest SEC developments and their impact on the future of college sports! Share your thoughts in the chat! 🏆🎙️

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02/11/2025

Auburn Undercover Live

02/10/2025

Join Rob Browne’s SEC Sidelines Sports, with Executive Producer Brenden Martin, as we break down the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory and shift gears to SEC basketball! Coach Ellis Johnson and Franz Beard join the conversation, offering expert insights on what’s next for the conference. Don’t miss this all-star panel covering football, basketball, and everything in between!

📢 Live & Unfiltered – Tune in Now! 🎙️🏀🏈

02/07/2025

SEC Stories with Coach Ellis Johnson

02/07/2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Eighty University of Florida football players were named to the 2024 Southeastern Conference Fall Academic Honor Roll, the league office announced on Thursday.

For the third consecutive year, the Gators have set a new conference record, topping the previous high of 75 honorees set in 2023 and 62 in 2022. A total of 137 Florida student-athletes earned recognition across men's and women's cross country, football, soccer and volleyball.

Gators Football has now reset the league record for players on Academic Honor Roll four times since 2020, when the Gators posted 55 honorees.
In total, 102 football players finished the fall semester with a GPA above a 3.0, and eight players finished with a 4.0. 43 Gators received the conference honor for at least the second time. The 3.37 team GPA in the fall set a fall semester team record.
Eleven Gators graduated in fall 2024, with two earning their Master's degree, and eight post-graduate players earning certificates.

FLORIDA FOOTBALL 2024 SEC FALL ACADEMIC ROLL

TJ Abrams
Caleb Banks
Austin Barber
Jadan Baugh
Arlis Boardingham
Michai Boireau
Trikweze Bridges
Gannon Burt
Cam Carroll
Jordan Castell
Hayden Clem
Jeremy Crawshaw
KD Daniels
Josiah Davis
Sharif Denson
Chimere D**e
DJ Douglas
Jaden Edgecombe
Teddy Foster
Damieon George Jr.
Alex Gonzalez
Myles Graham
Brian Green Jr.
George Gumbs Jr.
Hayden Hansen
Knijeah Harris
Tank Hawkins
Gavin Hill
Connor Homa
Grayson Howard
Scott Isacks
Ja'Kobi Jackson
Kahleil Jackson
Shemar James
Andy Jean
Montrell Johnson Jr.
Caden Jones
Roderick Kearney
DJ Lagway
Tony Livingston
Bryce Lovett
Devon Manuel
Jason Marshall Jr.
LJ McCray
Graham Mertz
Clay Millen
Aidan Mizell
Devin Moore
R.J. Moten
Tyreik Norwood
Justin Pelic
Mark Pitts
Noel Portnjagin
Cahron Rackley
D'Antre Robinson
Jaden Robinson
Bryan Rosenberg
Anthony Rubio
T.J. Searcy
Zak Sedaros
Joey Slackman
Brayden Slade
Jake Slaughter
Trey Smack
Gregory Smith III
Taylor Spierto
Deuce Spurlock II
Layne Swafford
Brien Taylor Jr.
Bryce Thornton
Rocco Underwood
Jackson Wade
Kamryn Waites
Treyaun Webb
Fletcher Westphal
Christian Williams
Mike Williams
Eugene Wilson III
Ethan Wilson
Derek Wingo

02/05/2025

Experience the electrifying Auburn Tigers vs. Florida Gators basketball game! Our commentators break down the key plays, standout performances, and crucial moments that defined this intense matchup. Relive the excitement and insightful analysis now!

02/04/2025

Auburn Undercover Live: Florida vs. Auburn Basketball Preview | SEC Sideline Sports Network"

02/04/2025

SEC News Roundup: Insights from Top Analysts!
Join Connor O’Gara, Jordan Davis Hill, Yancy Porter, and Rodney Orr as they deliver the latest updates and insights on SEC football. Stay informed and get ready for the upcoming season with expert analysis and commentary!

02/02/2025

Big shout out to our new rising fans! Robert Whitehead

01/29/2025

Ron Slay: SEC Network Guest and SEC Basketball Talk

01/26/2025

Here are some photos from yesterday’s Florida vs. Georgia game. Fifth-year guard Alijah Martin and senior point guard Walter Clayton Jr. led the charge, each scoring 17 points, as five Florida players reached double figures. The fifth-ranked Gators dominated from start to finish, securing an impressive 89-59 victory in their Southeastern Conference matchup at the sold-out Exactech Arena/O'Connell Center.

These photos are accompanied by outstanding journalism from the talented team at Gatorbait Media :-) https://www.gatorbaitmedia.com

Photo by: Chris Spears Photography

01/25/2025

Gators “WIN” 89-59 over Georgia 👏👏👏🏀🐊

01/25/2025

Gators up over the Bulldogs, 63-37 with 11:30 left in the second half 🐊🏀👏

01/23/2025

Thaddeus Bullard, lettered four years under coach Spurrier, played a few seasons in the Arena Football League and became Titus O’Neal in the WWE … now an ambassador for the WWE and often seen along the Gators sidelines has an impactful story and life full of transitions and challenges that begin with being a child born if sexual assault when his mom was 11 … good listen on how you too can rewrite your life story!!

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01/16/2025

SEC Hoops: Alabama's Hoop Hype, Calipari's Challenges, and Playoff Officiating Drama

01/15/2025

Florida Hoops on Deck