Here we go! The Gators face Catholic University tonight at 7:00. The game is available on GatorVision.com and WRUF 850 AM, with Steve Woodard and Mark Wise calling the action. It's really amazing how the big story is Coach Donovan's son, Billy, plays for Catholic. Hard to believe that it's the first time that Billy Jr. has played a game in the O'Connell Center. Make sure to monitor the game when Billy Jr. comes into the game. As for the Gators' opponent: Catholic University does not have a returning player that averaged double figures and only have six upperclassmen. Their tallest player is 6'8" sophomore Pete Schramm. While the Gators have the distinct height advantage, they will need to close out on their outside shooters and push the ball up the court. As usual, I expect some first game jitters and some sloppy play at times. But, I'm looking for some different lineups that Coach Donovan feels comfortable with and that can mesh together on the court. Our frontcourt needs to step up tonight and will get some big minutes. Two players that I'm looking forward to seeing: Erik Murphy and Casey Prather. Murphy needs to be able to get us quality inside-and-out play and play under control. Prather has been working on his defense and not taking as many shots, which really hurt his playing time last season. He has incredible quickness and length, and someone who has the ability to change the game with his defense. I'm expecting both to have good games tonight. I'm looking for our full court press to be used at length tonight as we prepare for next Friday's first regular season game against Jackson State. Check back after the game for a game recap and stats. Go Gators!
Projected Score: Florida 87-Catholic 43
Projected starting lineup: PG- Erving Walker
SG- Kenny Boynton
SF- Brad Beal
PF- Erik Murphy
C- Patric Young
First man off the bench: Mike Rosario
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