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Following a heart-stopping 65-63 victory over the Houston Cougars in the 2025 NCAA Tournament Finals, the Florida Gators have won their third national championship in program history.
From Gators Wire
Eleven voters picked Duke to win the national championship, followed by six for Florida and five for Houston.
From The New York Times
It's the third national championship in program history for the Gators, and makes third-year coach Todd Golden the youngest coach since NC State's Jim Valvano to win a national championship.
From USA Today

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Bianchi: Real March madness is NBA teams overlooking UF star Clayton
Clayton’s path to prominence is a testament to dedication and resilience. He was unrecruited by every program in his home state of Florida, signed with then-Iona coach Rick Pitino, proved himself and became a star before transferring back to the Sunshine State.
Kelvin Sampson seriously said March Madness isn't like playing "Sasquatch State"
Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts against the Florida Gators in the first half in the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images / Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
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Florida Star Walter Clayton Jr. Consoles Houston Player After Shocking End of NCAA Men's Championship
Moments after winning the national championship, Florida Gators star Walter Clayton Jr. paused his celebrations and took time to hug an inconsolable Houston Cougars player. Cameras caught the Florida guard stepping away from his teammates and leaning over Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp,
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