The Chief Brief - May 31, 2023

Florida State Seminoles running back Treshaun Ward (8) and Florida State Seminoles long snapper James Rosenberry Jr. (49) celebrate a touchdown. The Florida State Seminoles defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 35-32 in the Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World Stadium on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022. (Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat / USA TODAY NETWORK)

Good morning, sports enthusiasts! Take a swig of that coffee and let's dive into the world of Florida State University's football.

🥰 In the spotlight today is Ashton Hampton, a rising safety prospect right here from Tallahassee, who has six college teams vying for his attention. The finalists? FSU, Clemson, Miami, Florida, LSU, and Arkansas. Ashton's been making rounds, with unofficial visits to FSU since the beginning of the year and recent trips to Arkansas and Miami. Keep your eyes on this one, folks​

🏈 Next up, FSU's offensive lineup just got a major boost with the addition of Keon Coleman. This Michigan State transfer is bringing his wide-receiver talents to the Nole Family, and Head Coach Mike Norvell couldn't be happier. Coleman, armed with two years of eligibility and a track record that screams 'explosive', is the perfect addition to FSU's already potent offense. His size, speed, and aggressive mindset are set to add a new dimension to the game​

🎓 In heartwarming news, long snapper James Rosenberry has been rewarded for his efforts on and off the field. After transferring from Maryland and playing in 25 games over the last two seasons, Rosenberry has now earned a scholarship. With a finance degree under his belt, he's now pursuing a master’s degree in entrepreneurship. We applaud anyone who can longsnap their way into being a Master

🏀The towering 7-foot-4 Naheem McLeod is officially trading in the Florida State Seminoles for a taste of the Orange life, according to the good folks at Syracuse Athletics. That’s right – McLeod is leaving the sunny shores of Florida behind to become the tallest player in Syracuse basketball history. he shot an impressive 54.7% from the field, averaging 3.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. We wish you well, you giant.

🥎 On the softball diamond, the Seminoles are packed and ready for the Women's College World Series. With bats swinging and hearts full of hope, the team departs for Oklahoma City to face off against Oklahoma State on Thursday. Softball Coach Lonni Alameda previews the trip and the excitement is palpable. Don't forget to tune in at 7 p.m. (ESPN) to cheer them on

That's all for today, sports fans. Stay tuned for more updates and keep the spirit high. Go Noles!

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