The Gators first exhibition game yesterday against Warner University showed a good sign on this years squad. Florida mixed up the lineup with some young freshman players which shot excellent from all around the arc. At the end of the 2nd half, the Gators finished the Royals off on a 108 to 49 win to open the season up in the O’Connell Center. Junior Dan Werner added 17 points along with Sophomore Alex Tyus collecting a double-double with 16 points and 14 rebounds. One of Florida’s most shocking performances came from the true young Freshman Erving Walker scoring 13 points while gathering 6 assists.

Florida’s starters were Dan Werner, Chandler Parsons, Jai Lucas, Nick Calathes, and Alex Tyus. Coach Donovan and Senior Walter Hodge sat down and chatted about him becoming the sixth man. Hodge started every game last season for the Gators. “Coach asked me the other day and I told him I’ll do whatever it takes, wherever he needs me. ” It’s not who starts the game, it is who finishes it.” (Words were gathered by Walter Hodge and Ocala star banner.) Florida will host Rollins College this Thursday at the O’Connell Center. Tip off is at 7:00 pm.