IMG_6232 September 4, 2018 Return to: Even the band sounded better as Gators kicked off new seasonFull resolution (1500 × 1125) Image navigation Even the University of Florida Gators marching band sounded better on opening night for 2018 on Sept. 1! It was the start of the era of new head coach Dan Mullen and everyone was excited. I still like the great dance bands of the South, but the Pride of the Sunshine marching band did its part, too, and appeared more energized. I got the shot during halftime of the game at The Swamp on campus in Gainesville.