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Happy Saturday Seminole!

Yesterday was nothing but success and I’m here to share it with you:

🏹 Seminoles Triumph Over Miami in High-Scoring Affair! 🌪️ Catch the highlights from the baseball team's thrilling 11-7 victory against Miami at Dick Howser Stadium, featuring star performances from James Tibbs and Brennen Oxford.

🏐 FSU Beach Volleyball Update: Center of Effort Tournament 🌊 Follow the beach volleyball team's resilient performance against top-ranked teams, setting up a strong finish against LMU.

🥎 Seminoles Shine in Series Opener Against Notre Dame 🍀 Experience the intense comeback and powerful fourth-inning rally that secured a Seminoles win in front of a record crowd.

🏃‍♂️ FSU Dominates at Tom Jones Invitational: Day One Recap 🌟 Discover standout performances in track and field, including Tyra Wilson's record-setting run and Jordan Turner's long jump success.

🎾 FSU Women's Tennis Secures Sweep Against Virginia Tech 🌟 Cheer on the women's tennis team as they extend their winning streak with a decisive victory over Virginia Tech.

🏈 FSU Football: Busy Recruiting Weekend Ahead 🌟 Get the inside scoop on the top-tier recruits visiting FSU, highlighting a weekend of strategic recruiting efforts.

🏈 FSU Football Welcomes New Johnson to the Fold 🌟 Learn about the newest addition to FSU football, Jeremiah Johnson, continuing his family's legacy with the Seminoles.

🏹 Seminoles Triumph Over Miami in High-Scoring Affair! 🌪️

The No. 10 Florida State baseball team showcased their prowess in an 11-7 series win against Miami this Friday at Dick Howser Stadium, demonstrating their offensive and defensive skills.

Key Performances:

• James Tibbs led the charge, going 2-for-3 with a crucial two-run home run and single, amassing four RBIs. His consistent performance this season includes leading the country with 54 RBIs.

• Brennen Oxford stepped up from the bullpen, pitching a career-high 4.2 innings with one run allowed and four strikeouts, improving his record to 2-0.

Game Highlights:

• FSU quickly took control, with eight Seminoles hitters contributing at least one hit. Tibbs' fourth-inning homer expanded FSU’s lead to 7-4, setting the tone for the rest of the game.

• The bullpen held strong against Miami’s late rally in the eighth inning, with Joe Charles and Connor Hults closing the game effectively.

Looking Ahead: The series concludes with a Saturday game at 2:00 p.m., featuring FSU’s LHP Carson Dorsey against Miami’s LHP Herick Hernandez.

🏐 FSU Beach Volleyball Update: Center of Effort Tournament 🌊

Opening Clash Against Cal Poly: The No. 4 FSU team started the tournament against No. 6 Cal Poly. Despite losing the first court, the Seminoles rallied back to secure wins on courts four and three. Key victories by Kaeli Crews and Maddie Trusty, followed by a thrilling three-set win by Raelyn White and Audrey Koenig, showcased the team’s resilience.

Tough Battle with UCLA: FSU faced a strong challenge from No. 1 UCLA, narrowly losing 3-2. White and Koenig continued their excellent form with a straight-set win on court three, while Makenna Wolfe and Kaileigh Truslow clinched another point for FSU on court four.

Up Next: The Seminoles wrap up the tournament against No. 10 LMU on Saturday. This final match marks the end of the regular season, setting the stage for a strong finish in the tournament.

🥎 Seminoles Shine in Series Opener Against Notre Dame 🍀

Early Challenge and Strong Comeback: Hosted at JoAnne Graf Field, the FSU softball team faced an initial setback with Notre Dame scoring early. However, the Seminoles quickly countered, igniting their offense in the first inning. Kaley Mudge's pivotal triple and Jaysoni Beachum's RBI single set the stage for a comeback.

Explosive Fourth Inning: The game turned decidedly in FSU's favor in the fourth inning. After a sequence of strategic hits, Kalei Harding delivered a dramatic three-run homer, pushing FSU into a commanding lead. This surge was capped by Kennedy Harp's RBI, which extended the lead to 6-2.

Pitching Dominance: Ashtyn Danely led the pitching effort with a career-high 6.1 innings, showcasing her skill with crucial strikeouts. Emma Wilson provided solid relief, closing the game effectively and preserving the win.

Looking Forward: The Seminoles are set to continue their momentum in the next game of the series on Saturday.

🏃‍♂️ FSU Dominates at Tom Jones Invitational: Day One Recap 🌟

The Florida State outdoor track and field teams had a dynamic start at the Tom Jones Invitational in Gainesville. Tyra Wilson was a highlight, securing the fourth-fastest time in FSU history in the women's 400-meter hurdles with a blazing 56.74, finishing seventh in a highly competitive race.

Field Events Breakthroughs:

• Jordan Turner excelled in the men's long jump, clinching third with a season-best 7.87m, while Jeremiah Davis also shone, achieving a regional qualifying mark of 7.69m on his outdoor debut.

Sprints and More:

• The men's 200m saw Ismael Kone, Guinove Joanus, and Neo Mosebi putting up strong performances, with times just over 21 seconds.

• Dajaz DeFrand and Oludoyin Soremi represented FSU in the women's 200m, with DeFrand placing eighth.

Additional Noteworthy Performances:

• Kyvon Tatham and Jaiden Rollins competed in the men's open long jump, placing in the top 20.

• Bieke Schipperen set a personal best in the women's 1500m, demonstrating the depth of FSU’s middle-distance squad.

Wrapping Up Strong: The Noles are set to conclude their invitational appearance with the final events on Saturday, including the men's hammer throw starting at 9 a.m.

🎾 FSU Women's Tennis Secures Sweep Against Virginia Tech 🌟

The No. 23 FSU women's tennis team continued their impressive form, sweeping No. 71 Virginia Tech 4-0, marking their eighth consecutive win. The victory at the Burrows-Burleson Tennis Center highlights a strong performance in both singles and doubles.

Match Highlights:

• Doubles victories set the pace, with wins at No. 1 and No. 2 positions.

• Kristyna Lavickova extended her singles win streak with a dominant performance.

• Ellie Schoppe and Millie Bissett secured crucial singles matches, pushing the team closer to victory.

Looking Ahead: The Seminoles face a tough challenge against No. 5 Virginia on Sunday. Join us to support FSU as they aim to extend their winning streak in this high-stakes match! 🎾

🏈 FSU Football: Busy Recruiting Weekend Ahead 🌟

Spotlight on Prospects: Florida State is set to host several top-tier recruits this Friday, featuring a blend of talent across key positions.

Highlights include a four-star tight end making his first visit, a major offensive lineman who has visited multiple times, a nationally-ranked edge rusher, and a promising defensive back planning an official visit later.

Visitor Details:

• Chase Loftin, a standout tight end, is exploring his options with multiple top schools in the mix.

• Mario Nash Jr., a frequent visitor, has built strong ties with the FSU coaching staff.

• Zion Grady, an elite edge rusher, is also considering other top programs for his official visits.

• Jett White, currently committed elsewhere, is checking out FSU for the first time.

Additional Prospects: The weekend also sees visits from potential future stars in the 2025 and 2026 classes, highlighting FSU’s proactive recruitment strategy.

🏈 FSU Football Welcomes New Johnson to the Fold 🌟

Legacy of Leadership: Jermaine Johnson, once a star defensive end for FSU and now a Pro Bowl player in the NFL, made a significant impact in his sole season with the Seminoles.

His legacy continues as his younger brother, Jeremiah Johnson, steps into the FSU football program as a walk-on.

Continuing the Tradition: Jeremiah, a linebacker from Quincy's Robert F. Munroe Day School near Tallahassee, has accepted a preferred walk-on spot with the Seminoles.

Standing at 5-foot-11 and weighing 215 pounds, he is poised to join the team this summer, adding to the Johnson family's storied history with FSU football.

And that’s a wrap!

We hope you enjoyed catching up on all the Seminole action.

Keep cheering for our teams, and we'll see you next time with more updates.

Go Noles! 🏹