GAINESVILLE — UF switch guard Boogie Fland is recovering from sports activities hernia surgical procedure, Gators coach Todd Golden mentioned, however is on observe to rejoin the reigning nationwide champions when coaching camp opens in September.
Throughout an occasion Thursday evening at Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille, Golden mentioned Fland underwent a process July 3 requiring a restoration of 4 to 6 weeks. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound sophomore missed the ultimate three weeks of summer season exercises, which conclude Friday.
Fland’s switch from Arkansas and the arrival of level guard Xaivian Lee from Princeton intention to assist the Gators overcome the lack of Walter Clayton Jr., Alijah Martin and Will Richards. The veteran backcourt trio led UF to the varsity’s third nationwide title in April earlier than every was drafted in June.
“When he was wholesome, like him and X seemed nice,” Golden mentioned of UF’s new backcourt. “They’re superior gamers. There’s no selfishness. I feel they’re going to be actually, actually good collectively.”
Golden mentioned Fland, who turned 19 July 10, might have opted to postpone the surgical procedure.
“However it made extra sense to get it taken care of so he didn’t have to fret about it in the course of the season,” UF’s fourth-year coach mentioned.
Ohio College switch AJ Brown’s well being standing is much less clear following offseason shoulder surgical procedure. The former Orlando Christian Prep standout has resumed capturing as he continues to rehabilitate.
“We’re gonna form of play by ear with him,” Golden mentioned. “He’s acquired to determine it out. The beauty of AJ is he simply needs what’s finest for the workforce. If we needed him to redshirt, he’ll redshirt. If we need to play, he’ll play. He’s not all the way in which again.
“We’re not going to resolve on him till October.”
UF will return to the court docket for exercises Aug. 21 when fall lessons start.
Edgar Thompson could be reached at egthompson@orlandosentinel.com
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