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Where to watch Florida vs. Virginia swimming: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for college meet

Cate Schiller

Where to watch Florida vs. Virginia swimming: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for college meet image

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The college swim and dive season is well underway, but this week two of the nation's top programs will go head-to-head as Florida hosts Virginia.

Both the Gators and Cavaliers are considered blue bloods in the world of collegiate swimming. Virginia's women's squad rounded out last season as repeat D1 national champions, while Florida's men finished fourth at NCAAs, and Florida's women sixth. 

Though Florida is a consistent contender, the program hasn't won a men's or women's title since 1984. The Gators will be looking to have a breakout season, while Virginia's women will be working towards an unprecedented six-peat. 

Who will end up in the win column this week?

Here's everything you need to know about Florida vs. Virginia swimming, including TV channel and streaming options for the college meet.

Where to watch Florida vs. Virginia swimming: Channel, live stream, etc.

  • TV Channel: N/A
  • Live stream: ESPN+

The highly anticipated meet between Florida and Virginia will not be broadcast nationally on television. Instead, fans can stream the action live on ESPN+.

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Florida vs. Virginia swimming start time

  • Date: Friday, Oct. 10
  • Time (ET): 10 a.m., 4 p.m.

The college swimming matchup between Florida and Virginia will take place on Friday, Oct. 10, with events beginning at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The meet will be held at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center Natatorium in Gainesville, Florida.

NCAA swimming and diving champions

Here's a look at the past few national champions and runners-up:

Men's champions

YearWinnerRunner-up
2025TexasCalifornia
2024Arizona StateCalifornia
2023CaliforniaArizona State
2022CaliforniaTexas
2021TexasCalifornia

Women's champions

YearWinnerRunner-up
2025VirginiaStanford
2024VirginiaTexas
2023VirginiaTexas
2022VirginiaTexas
2021VirginiaNC State

Cate Schiller

Cate Schiller is a Global Content Coordinator for The Sporting News affiliate and commercial content team, focused on partnerships supporting live events, entertainment and travel. Originally from Northern California, she graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a bachelor's degree in journalism and sports communications. Prior to joining The Sporting News, Cate was the Life and Style editor at her college newspaper, and a sports reporter at her hometown newspaper. In her free time, she enjoys baking, getting outdoors and discovering new music.