Florida baseball head coach Kevin O’Sullivan and third baseman Ethan Surowiec joined the SEC Now crew after the Gators’ 13-3 SEC Match quarterfinal win over the Alabama Crimson Tide on Thursday.
O’Sullivan joked with the crew about being below the radar, regardless that Florida has gained a status in latest weeks as one of many hottest groups within the SEC. He praised Liam Peterson for his efficiency and the remainder of his pitching employees fairly than specializing in the offense.
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Surowiec, who drove in three runs on 4 hits, together with two doubles and a house run, talked in regards to the staff’s offensive method. He famous that latest success in opposition to Georgia provides the staff some confidence heading into Saturday’s semifinal matchup with the Bulldogs.
Shortstop Brendan Lawson briefly spoke with on-field reporter Kris Budden to offer an replace on his knee. Lawson fouled a ball off himself earlier than hitting a double to spark an enormous inning for Florida.
This is what they stated:
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida pitcher Liam Paterson makes a pitch within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida pitcher Liam Paterson makes a pitch within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida shortstop Brendan Lawson makes a play up the center and throws to first for an out within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida pitcher Liam Paterson makes a pitch within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida batter Karson Bowen reacts after being hit by a pitch from Alabama reliever Matthew Heiberger within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida proper fielder makes a diving attempt for an extended foul ball however can’t give you the play within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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Sully, Lawson, Surowiec speak Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida batter Ethan Surowiec celebrates as he rounds third after hitting a solo homer within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida second baseman Cade Kurland throws to first for an out within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida batter Blake Cyr celebrates after hitting a two-run triple to proper within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Floria shortstop Brendan Lawson makes a diving cease however can’t rise up in time to make a throw within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Alabama batter Brennan Holt legs out a brief infield hit within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida proper fielder Hayden Yost catches a ball on the warning monitor as followers lok down on the play within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida pitcher Liam Paterson makes a pitch within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Floria shortstop Brendan Lawson makes a diving cease however can’t rise up in time to make a throw within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Floria batter Brendan Lawson faucets helmets with a teammate after hitting a solo homer within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida’s SEC Match win over Alabama
Might 20, 2026; Hoover, AL, USA; Florida batter Ethan Surowiec is greeted by teammates after hitting a solo homer within the SEC Match sport between Florida and Alabama on the Hoover Met.
(Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information, Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa Information / USA TODAY NETWORK through Imagn Photographs)
O’Sullivan on Florida flying below the radar
“We’re nonetheless below the radar. We will keep there,” he stated with a smirk. “No, we have clearly had some ups and downs this yr, however we’re taking part in proper on the proper time. We’re getting wholesome on the proper time. Getting again a few of our bullpen arms which have been out, and clearly we’ve an awesome story in Caden McDonald and Hayden Yost.
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“What are you able to say with what they have been capable of do? It is really given us plenty of size in our lineup.”
On flipping Liam Peterson’s efficiency at the moment
“I feel it could be his third or fourth actually good begin in a row. I went on the market within the fifth, he had two outs and had given up a run. He was visibly upset. Earlier than I acquired to the mound he stated, ‘I am not popping out.’ I advised him. ‘I wasn’t popping out to you out; I promise. I am simply letting you get your breath beneath you.’
“He is been excellent. His final two pitches at the moment — Karson Bowen calls his pitches — I like the best way he completed it with two fastballs. As much as 100 mph and end it with an exclamation level.”
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Is there a way the Peterson is being the man you recognize he may be?
“I imply, yeah. I’ve at all times stated that I really feel like we’ve top-of-the-line 1-2 punches within the nation, and now it is all coming collectively. I am wanting ahead to getting Russ(ell Sandefer) again on the market on Saturday. We’re actually going to want three starters in our regional, however I actually really feel good.
“Josh (Whritenour) hasn’t thrown but, our nearer. Getting again (Luke) McNeillie has been large, and (Jackson) Barberi. You’ve got acquired these three guys on the finish, you are feeling actually good. And Ernie (Lugo-Canchola). We name him On a regular basis Ernie, the lefty that we’ve. He is been actually good for us all yr lengthy.”
Lawson on his knee
“It hurts a bit of bit, however I ran out the ache, as I advised somebody behind me. I have not fouled a ball off my kneecap shortly, however I am simply joyful I may keep in and assist us get a win.”
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On doubling after foul ball off his personal knee
“Possibly a part of me simply wished the at-bat to be over. I simply noticed one thing out over the plate, and I put a superb swing on it.”
Surowiec on offensive success
“The entire method is simply to be on time and get a superb pitch to hit. I like getting these pitches to hit, and I hold placing good swings on the ball.”
On utilizing the bottom of the sphere
“It appears like I simply should be team-focused. When there’s runners on second and third, lower than two (outs), getting the ball on the bottom to the correct aspect. I simply assume having a whole, good swing path, letting the ball get deep, placing a superb swing on it, that positively helps.”
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On affect of profitable common season sequence vs. Georgia
“It positively provides us some confidence. We all know we are able to beat these guys. Us, as a gaggle, we’re taking part in pertty properly, and we’re able to get again on the market and present what we are able to do.”
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