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UCF football dominates season opener with a win over New Hampshire

UCF football opened its season with a commanding 57-3 victory over New Hampshire on Thursday night at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Arkansas transfer and redshirt fifth-year quarterback KJ Jefferson led the offense with 164 passing yards and two touchdowns in his UCF debut.“It was a great time,” Jefferson said. “I was excited. The main thing for me was to try and get settled in as quickly as possible.”The Knights’ rushing attack was formidable, racking up 454 yards — the second-highest total in program...

PHOTOS: UCF falls to No. 11 BYU in Homecoming clash

UCF hosted No. 11 BYU at FBC Mortgage Stadium for the Homecoming game Saturday. UCF (3-5, 1-4 Big 12) came into this game looking to bounce back from a tough losing streak but couldn't secure a victory, falling 37-24 to the undefeated BYU (8-0, 5-0 Big 12). The Cougars established early control by scoring the first 17 points of the game, using a balanced offensive strategy led by quarterback Jake Retzlaff, who threw for 228 yards and completed two touchdown passes.The Knight's starting redshirt...

UCF baseball takes its fourth-straight conference series win

UCF baseball hosted Kansas State at John Euliano Park, where a rubber match took place, ultimately ending in a Knights victory. The UCF Knights had an impressive offensive and defensive performance over the weekend to secure their fourth consecutive Big 12 series win. Kansas State is now 20-10 and 7-5 conference play, and UCF improved their record to 21-8 overall and 8-7 Big 12 play. This week marked the first time since February 2021 the Knights made the D1Baseball rankings at No. 25....

UCF baseball's weekend triumph against Central Michigan

After a stumbling start in the series, UCF baseball orchestrated a stunning revival, seizing the series victory 2-1 against Central Michigan this weekend at John Euliano Park. Over the weekend, the Knights had a strong performance on the mound. On Friday, they recorded a season-high 14 strikeouts, half of which were credited to senior pitcher Ben Vespi. On Saturday, junior pitcher Dom Stagliano pitched for a record-high of seven innings, striking out seven batters and surrendering just two runs....

UCF baseball braces for inaugural Big 12 series against Oklahoma

The Knights stand on the threshold of a historic moment as they gear up to hit the road to kick off their inaugural Big 12 Conference series against Oklahoma.Last weekend, UCF won two out of three games in its series against USF and defeated Florida 9-6 in the midweek matchup, bringing their record to 9-1. The team is eager to hit the road and play their first conference game.
"I think we're ready," junior pitcher Dom Stagliano said in a press conference. "I think we've been itching to g...

UCF baseball: Where brotherhood bonds go beyond the game

In the heart of Orlando, amidst the roar of the crowd and the crack of the bat, the UCF baseball team is penning a story of camaraderie and success fueled by an unshakable chemistry. With every pitch and every play, it's evident that this season's triumphs go beyond talent—they're rooted in a profound connection among teammates that's igniting a fire on the field. With a lineup boasting 18 transfers, six freshmen, a new coaching staff and a shift to a new conference, versatility abounds within t...

A dual-sport dynamo: UCF's Wiley Hartley shifts focus to baseball excellence

Wiley Hartley, a redshirt junior, now exclusively plays baseball for the UCF Knights team after making waves in both baseball and football at Campbell University. Hartley initially signed to Campbell to play football. However, a pivotal moment occurred when he sent a pitching video to the baseball coach at Campbell, leading to a transformative shift in his athletic trajectory. The coach, impressed by Hartley's pitching skills, extended an invitation for him to walk on to the baseball team....

From JUCO to D1: UCF baseball's pipeline of talent

Junior college baseball is not always the first choice for athletes chasing Division 1 dreams, but for many, it becomes the proving ground that transforms their careers. At UCF, a growing number of players have taken the JUCO route, arriving ready to compete at the next level. These athletes bring more than just skill: they carry resilience, discipline and a hunger to succeed that makes them invaluable to the Knights’ roster. 
“There’s a level of toughness, I would say, with the junior c...