A Gator Life Podcast

In this episode we catch up with one of UF's best tennis players of all time and current Assistant Coach, Lauren Embree.  We dive into finding out what motivates her, what she loves about Gainesville as well as her passion for health, fitness and helping others. We can also be found at .... A Gator Life on instagram and Facebook  as well as AGATORLIFE.com

In this episode I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with the newest inductee into the UF Hall of Fame and Gator Softball Great, Stacey Nelson.  We spoke about how she got started playing softball, her time at UF as well as her what she is doing now which includes a career in law as well as the foundation she created to help a community in Uganda.  This is a truly inspiring episode that I hope you will enjoy.   To hear other episodes, check us out at www.AGatorLife.com We can also be found on Instagram and Facebook at A Gator Life

In this episode I had the pleasure of talking with the SEC leader in TD receptions, First Team All SEC and 2nd Team All American award winner Chris Doering.  We talk about his time as a child growing up in Gainesville rooting for and aspiring to be a Gator football player as well as what it meant to finally earn a scholarship to play football for UF.  We later discuss his current career and what he is most proud of. To hear more episodes, check us out at www.AGatorLife.com We can also be found on Instagram and Facebook at A Gator Life

Ahmad Black played cornerback and safety at the University of Florida from 2007-2010 receiving All American and SEC honors.  He was later drafted by the TB Bucs in the 5th round in 2011.  Listen to what Ahmad had to say about his high school experience and some of the things that lead to him getting onto the field at UF.  Curious as to what he is doing now..... listen now!! To hear past episodes head to .... www.AGatorLife.com as well as A Gator Life on Instagram and Facebook.  

Rhamat Alhassan was a standout volleyball player for the University of Florida from 2014-2017 receiving honors such as SEC Player of the Year, All American and Honda Award Winner for nations top volleyball player.  In this episode we get to speak to Rhamat about her childhood, her time at UF and her current life playing volleyball professionally over seas.   To hear from other Gator Great, please like and subscribe to the podcast. We can be found at www.AGATORLIFE.com as well as at A Gator Life on Instagram and Facebook

I had a chance to sit down with former Gator Basketball Great Erik Murphy.  As you recall, Erik played basketball at UF from 2009-2013 where he received honors such as A Conference and All SEC Tournament.  Following his career with the Gators, Erik was drafted 49th overall in the NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls and later played professionally oversees in Turkey, Italy and Spain while also being a Finish National Team player.  In this episode Erik talks about what his time in Gainesville has meant to him as well as some of the lessons he learned while attending UF.  Also, did you know Erik was fluent in 3 languages as a child?  Have a listen to the episode to learn some other things about this Gator Great. Don't forget to Like and Subscribe if you enjoyed the content. We can be found at........ WWW.AGatorLife.com as well as on Instagram and Facebook @ A Gator Life

Mollie Stevens played lacrosse at the University of Florida from 2014-2017.  During that time she earned many awards which included attacker of the year, first team All American and Big East Tournament Most Outstanding Player.  After her time at UF, Mollie has since gone on to play professionally as well as coach at the collegiate and high school levels. In this episode, Mollie talks about her time at UF, the importance of culture, and her future coaching.  We also learn a bit more about what Mollie likes to do off the field. Please follow us at www.AGatorLife.com  We can also be found on Instagram and Facebook at A Gator Life      

Bridget Sloan is one of the most accomplished Gators of all times.  She won a silver medal in the 2008 olympics and was the All Around World Champion in 2009.  This preceded her time at UF where she was at 9x NCCA Champion, 31x All American and 2x Honda Award Winner as the nations BEST college gymnast.   In this episode, I speak with "Sloan" about her drive and determination which she credits for her success.  We also talk about her Olympic experience and what it meant to her.  Bridget goes into detail about Gainesville, her time there and all the friends she made. She also describes what "Being a Gator" means to her. We close by learning about what she is currently doing and what has helped her transition from competitive sports to the "real"world.   Follow us at www.AGatorLife.com Follow us a A Gator Life on Facebook and Instagram

Genevieve attended the University of Florida from 2009-2012 and a highly successful college career that was capped with an NCAA runner-up finish in the 3,000m steeplechase in 2012.  She has since gone on to complete in 2 Olympic Games for Australia and is setting her sights on a 3rd. In this episode, we learn about growing up in Australia and how she ended up at the University of Florida.  Gen also talks about the strong bonds and friendships that she made while at UF and how these relationships still continue today.  She dives deep into her current daily schedule as she prepares for the 2020 Olympics.     Follow up at WWW.AGATORLIFE.com And on Facebook and Instagram at A Gator Life

Marissa King attended the University of Florida from 2010-2013 where she left her mark as one of the Gator Greats.  To go along with numerous All American honors she was the 2011 National Champion in the Vault.  Her college career came on the heels of an elite youth career that was capped by an appearance in the 2008 Olympics where she competed for her home country of Great Britain.  In this Episode Marissa talks about her fast track to the Olympic Games and her experience there.  She also talks about deciding to leave her come country to attend college at UF.  We learn all about her time spent in Gainesville and what she misses.  Lastly, Marissa discusses the exciting opportunity that came to her as a result of her gymnastics career and what her current and future plans are.    Follow us at WWW.AGATORLIFE.com And on Facebook and Instagram at A GATOR LIFE   

Patric Young played Basketball for the Gators from 2010-2014.  During that time he was the SEC Defensive Player of the Year, 2nd player in UF history to play in 150 games and was the SEC's first 3x winner of the Scholar Athlete of the Year. In this episode Pat discusses growing up in Jacksonville, Fl and his initial love of baseball. We also learn about what he misses most about Gainesville. Pat also talks about some of his hidden talents and what drives him. Please follow A Gator Life at www.AGATORLIFE.com We an also be found on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at A Gator Life Please let us know who you would like us to interview Next!

Christian Taylor is one of the most decorated UF athletes of all time.  He is the reigning 2x Olympic Champion in the triple jump and currently holds the American record at 18.21m.  In this episode Christian talks about growing up in Georgia and how important his family is to him.  He also discusses his time at Gainesville, what he misses about it and why he feels it is the greatest place to live on Earth.  He then discusses his olympic experiences and in the process we learn all about the drive and determination it takes to be the best.  Is Christian attempting to go for 3 gold medals?  Tune in to find out.