GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Gator Tales with Sean Kelley, Presented by UF Health hits the hardwood this week as Episode 53 features head men’s basketball coach Todd Golden ahead of Florida’s Nov. 3 season opener vs. Arizona.

With the 2026 campaign set to tip off in Las Vegas in less than two weeks, Golden and Kelley discuss the busy offseason for the reigning National Champions. Golden also previews the upcoming season with high expectations in store once again for the AP’s Preseason No. 3 team.

In cutting down the nets last April, Golden became the youngest head coach to guide his team to a national championship since Jim Valvano in 1983. Under his leadership, the Gators closed the season on a 12-game winning streak, with marquee wins over nine top-25 programs, including No. 1 seeds Auburn and Houston.

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2025-26 Florida Men’s Basketball Ticket Information

Traditional season tickets are officially SOLD OUT for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Arena Pass

Arena Passes are officially SOLD OUT for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Single Games

Single-game tickets for the 2025-26 Florida men’s basketball season are now on sale.

Fans can purchase tickets at FloridaGators.com, by calling the Gator Ticket Office at (352) 375-4683, or in person at Gate 2 on the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

All Gators Weekend Pack

The All Gators Weekend Pack is now available, which includes the Florida men’s basketball game against Merrimack on Friday, November 21, and the Florida football game against Tennessee on Saturday, November 22, for only $149 plus taxes/fees.

All fans attending the Merrimack men’s basketball game will receive a 2025 NCAA National Championship replica ring, presented by Meldon Law.