Overview
- O’Sullivan publicly apologized for his profanity-laced tirade at the Conway Regional and said he handled the situation poorly.
- The NCAA issued a public reprimand in August, and Florida imposed a three-game suspension that will sideline him to start 2026.
- He took roughly two months away beginning in late October, revamped his daily routine including a home gym, and described feeling more at peace.
- Back on the job since about a week before Christmas, he will watch the Feb. 13–15 home series against UAB from his house.
- Florida enters the season ranked with starters Liam Peterson and Aidan King after a 2025 rebound from injuries and a 1-11 SEC start, as staff turnover brought Tom Slater in following Chuck Jeroloman’s exit and a long-term contract underscores expectations.