Auburn's Alex Golesh ends friendship with Jon Sumrall ahead of Florida game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:23 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Auburn head coach Alex Golesh announced he is halting his friendship with Florida head coach Jon Sumrall for their upcoming SEC matchup on September 19. Golesh spoke about their previous encounters and the significance of their rivalry as both coaches enter their first SEC games. He emphasized mutual respect for Sumrall but stated that they will not be friends during game week. Sumrall, who has ties to Auburn, similarly indicated he is focused on the game, dismissing any familial ties that could influence his performance against Auburn.
- •Auburn hosts Florida on September 19 at 7 p.m. CT
- •Golesh highlights respect for Sumrall but prioritizes competition
- •Both coaches are in their first SEC season
- •Sumrall downplays family ties affecting game passion
- 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Auburn football's Alex Golesh halts 'friendship' with Jon Sumrall for Florida week
"Are Alex Golesh and Jon Sumrall friends? "Not this week, we're not," Auburn football's head coach said Monday, ahead of facing Florida and Sumrall.
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