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Why does Florida softball wear sunflowers in their hair? Gators honor Heather Braswell

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Sometimes it is bigger than sports.

Those are six simple words, but yet six powerful words when one takes a step back and deciphers them. After all, in times of adversity and hardship, sports tend to be a way to forget about those things and bring people (and a community) together.

It's also the exact driving thought and mantra behind one of Florida softball's longest-lasting traditions: Sunflowers placed in the back of each player's hair.

Before you ask the question, yes, it is common to see softball players wear something in their hair.