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Iowa Freshman Taunts Florida with Gator Chomp Twice
23 Mar
Summary
- Iowa's Cooper Koch mocked Florida players after their loss.
- He performed the Gator Chomp gesture on two separate occasions.
- The actions have angered Florida fans online, sparking backlash.

Iowa freshman forward Cooper Koch has drawn the ire of Florida fans following the Hawkeyes' unexpected victory over the Gators. Video evidence shows Koch mocking Florida's players by performing the well-known Gator Chomp gesture on two separate occasions. The first instance occurred immediately after the final horn sounded, signaling Iowa's win. He was then seen performing the same taunt again, this time during the post-game handshake line, an act often considered against sportsmanship norms.
These actions have led to considerable online backlash from Florida supporters. The repeated taunting has been widely condemned on social media, with many fans expressing their displeasure with Koch's behavior. It remains to be seen if Iowa's coaching staff will address the incident, but Koch is certain to face continued criticism from the Gators' fanbase.




