By: Andrew Spivey
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Ashley Gonzalez’s goal with 29 seconds left in the third quarter proved to be the difference maker, as the Florida lacrosse team (19-2, 6-0 AAC) defeated fifth-seeded Virginia (15-5, 6-3 ACC) by a score of 13-8 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday afternoon. The Gators are advancing to their eighth quarterfinals, and first since 2022.