Survive and advance. It’s the motto for March Madness and sometimes the statement is more true than others, and today it’s exactly what the Florida Gators felt as they withstood punch after punch from the UConn Huskies on their way to an emotional 77-75 win in the Round Of 32. With the victory, Florida advances to the Sweet Sixteen and a second weekend–a huge step in their hunt for a Final Four and National Championship.
From the opening tip it was a measured start from both teams. Florida got the early 6-0 lead, and held on to stay up 15-10 midway through the first quarter.