Benjamin Henderson

Benjamin Henderson

Joined: Jun 1, 2022

We revived Hail Florida Hail two years ago to stay engaged with the Gators. As we have grown, we have continued to strive to provide quality content while acknowledging who we are as a site. We are a blog, and thus, we focus more on the commentary side of the Gators, taking pieces of a puzzle and crafting narratives out of them. Our goal as part of the Fansided network is to provide a voice from the fan's side. We hope to continue exploring all avenues of the Gators, both positive and negative. If you want your voice heard, we are always looking for part-time writers to join the team, and if you go on Fansided's website, you can submit a proposal and be on your way.

Jan 11, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden talks to guard Alijah Martin (15) during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

At the halfway mark, how does Florida Basketball's resume stack up for a #1 seed?

Jun 19, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Florida Gators shortstop Colby Shelton (10) and third baseman Dale Thomas (1) celebrate after Shelton scores a run against the Kentucky Wildcats during the first inning at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Florida keeps streak alive in D1 Baseball preseason poll

Jan 8 2012; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow (15) reacts after the win in overtime against the Pittsburgh Steelers of the 2011 AFC wild card playoff game at Sports Authority Field. The Broncos defeated the Steelers 23-29 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Florida Football legend Tim Tebow still holds unique distinction with Denver Broncos

Nov 7, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators center Olivier Rioux (32) stands between forward Sam Alexis (4) and forward Alex Condon (21) before the game against the Jacksonville Dolphins at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Florida Basketball freshman goes viral after encounter with Shaq

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Van Jefferson (11) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in the third quarter in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Former Florida Football WR Van Jefferson catches TD in NFL playoff game

Jan 11, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Florida Gators forward Alex Condon (21) drives against Arkansas Razorbacks forward Jonas Aidoo (9) in the second half at Bud Walton Arena. Florida won 71-63. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Florida Basketball has terrible 1st half offensively and still cruises past Arkansas

Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) tackles Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.

Florida Football alumni shine with 23 former players in NFL playoffs

Jan 7, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) reacts after a foul call against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Florida Gators Basketball vs Arkansas Razorbacks: Final odds and predictions

Nov 23, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier looks on against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Florida Football Recruiting: TE DJ Howerton should see ranking rise after UF offer

Jan 9, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Micah Shrewsberry and quarterback Riley Leonard (13) celebrates defeating the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Debate over Florida Football’s conservative approach highlighted in CFP semifinals

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier participates during Gator Walk at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 23, 2024 before the game against the University of Mississippi. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]

Florida Football Recruiting: Gators offer top 125 overall DT Earnest Rankins

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) throws the ball during the first half of a NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech in Athens, Ga., on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024.

Florida Football might still see Carson Beck in 2025

Bishop Snyder pitcher Aidan King has been selected as the Florida Times-Union's All-First-Coast baseball player of the year. The senior is headed to Gainesville to play baseball at the University of Florida. Photographed Thursday, June 6, 2024. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]

Freshman Aidan King gets big rankings bump ahead of 2025 Florida Baseball season

Oct 5, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators defensive end Jack Pyburn (44) walks on the field during Gator Walk before a game against the UCF Knights at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Which transfer portal losses will hurt Florida Football the most in 2025?

Jan 7, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators mascot Albert the Alligator holds a sign after a game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Two truths and a lie for Florida Basketball after curb stomping Tennessee 73-43

Jan 7, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Todd Golden gestures toward the crowd against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Florida Gators hold unique distinction in basketball and football after Vols beatdown