Pond Birds

“Bill Koss knows Florida basketball inside and out. Bill has captured the spirit and passion of Gator basketball.”—Billy Donovan, former head basketball coach, University of Florida

“Bill Koss was a classmate of mine and a basketball player at the University of Florida in the mid-sixties. He knows more about Florida basketball than anyone I know, and this book is a superb chronicle of the good, the bad, and the hilarious times of Florida basketball. If you love the Gators and love Florida basketball, you’ll thoroughly enjoy this book.”—Steve Spurrier, former head football coach, University of Florida

“This book gives Gator fans the real story on Gator hoops. A great insight into the ups and downs through all the years.”—Dick Vitale, basketball commentator, ESPN

“Bill Koss brings his passion for Gator basketball and his knowledge of the game and pours it out in this entertaining look at the history of University of Florida basketball. This book is a must read for Gator fans and will also be enjoyed by basketball’s casual fan.”—David Steele, announcer for the Orlando Magic

“This book brings Florida basketball to life like never before.”—Jeremy Foley, former athletic director, University of Florida

“Bill is absolutely Florida’s best basketball fan. He is the only person who could have done this subject justice.”—Lon Kruger, former head basketball coach, University of Florida

“Koss and Gator hoops are inextricably intertwined. . . . Koss’s insight and wealth of knowledge about the program provide the depth and detail of Pond Birds.”—Gainesville Sun