Florida Gators Visit White House After 2025 Title

The Florida Gators men's basketball team, 2025 NCAA National Champions, will be honored at the White House on Wednesday, May 21, following their 65-63 victory over Houston in the title game. Head coach Todd Golden, now the youngest coach to win a national title since 1985, led the Gators to a historic season that included an SEC Tournament title and standout performances from Naismith Player of the Year finalist Walter Clayton Jr. Most of the roster and coaching staff are expected to attend the visit, with some absences among international athletes and recent transfers. This marks the Gators' third national championship celebration at the White House, after previous visits in 2006 and 2007. The team's success featured a 36-4 record, defeating multiple top-ranked opponents and securing their third No. 1 seed in school history. Coach Golden expressed excitement about the trip, viewing it as both a reward for the team's efforts and a unifying moment for the program.