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Signing with Florida is Jones OL Javonte Gardner’s ‘dream come true’

Orlando Jones offensive lineman Javonte Gardner, who has been committed to the Florida Gators for nearly a year, was finally was able to sign with UF Wednesday during a National Signing Day ceremony at his high school.

Gardner headlined a trio of Jones players who signed letters of intent. Safety Rickey Smith signed with Purdue and linebacker Demontre Pryor is headed to Southern Illinois.

Jones High's Delmontre Pryor, left, signed with Southern Illinois; Javonte Gardner, center, signed with Florida; and Rickey Smith, right, signed with Purdue Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, during early National Signing Day.
Jones High's Delmontre Pryor, left, signed with Southern Illinois; Javonte Gardner, center, signed with Florida; and Rickey Smith, right, signed with Purdue Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, during early National Signing Day.