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⚽ FSU Women’s Soccer Earns Four United Soccer Coaches All-Atlantic Region Honors ⚽
Four members of the Florida State women’s soccer team have been honored with All-Atlantic Region recognition. Taylor Huff, Jordynn Dudley, and Heather Gilchrist earned First Team honors, while Mimi Van Zanten received Third Team recognition.

🏀 FSU Women’s Basketball Faces Tennessee in SEC/ACC Challenge 🏀
FSU takes on Tennessee in a high-scoring battle in the SEC/ACC Challenge. The top two offensive teams in the nation, FSU (96.2 PPG) and Tennessee (98.2 PPG), will face off with tip-off at 7:15 p.m. on the SEC Network.

🏈 FSU Extends Scholarship Offer to Chastan Brown 🏈
FSU has extended a scholarship offer to 6-foot-7, 270-pound offensive tackle Chastan Brown, a recent UCF decommitment. Brown has become a significant target for FSU’s 2025 class after a phone call from new offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn.

🏈 FSU Adds JUCO Defensive Tackle Tyeland Coleman to 2025 Class 🏈
FSU has secured a commitment from junior college defensive tackle Tyeland Coleman, boosting their defensive line for the 2025 class. Coleman is ranked as the No. 9 overall JUCO prospect and joins a growing list of talented defensive linemen for the Seminoles.

🏈 Teriq Mallory Flips to FSU, Trusts Mike Norvell’s Vision 🏈
Teriq Mallory has flipped his commitment from West Virginia to FSU. The 6-foot-5 wide receiver from Cheshire Academy cited his trust in Coach Mike Norvell’s vision for his development as a key factor in his decision.

🏈 Signing Day Eve: Florida State’s Final Push for the 2025 Class 🏈
With the early signing period for the 2025 class beginning today, Florida State is making its final push to solidify its recruiting class. From flips to key commitments, FSU hopes to vault up the rankings before National Signing Day.

🏀 FSU Falls to LSU in ACC/SEC Challenge 🏀

Florida State struggled in the second half, falling to LSU 85-75 in the Second Annual ACC/SEC Challenge at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Despite a strong first-half performance, the Seminoles couldn't maintain their lead as the Tigers outscored them 53-40 after halftime.

🌟 Malique Ewin’s Double-Double Leads the Seminoles 🌟
Junior Malique Ewin earned his first career double-double with a career-high 17 points and 17 rebounds, including 11 offensive rebounds. His efforts helped FSU outscore LSU in second-chance points, 19-14. Ewin was the Seminoles' standout player, leading the team at halftime with 13 points and seven rebounds.

💥 Solid Contributions from Watkins, Jackson, and Deng 💥
In addition to Ewin’s performance, Jamir Watkins contributed 15 points, while Chandler Jackson added 12 points and a team-leading three assists. Jerry Deng chipped in with 11 points, including three 3-pointers. Jackson continued his defensive excellence, leading the team with 18 steals for the season.

⚡ LSU's Hot Second Half ⚡
The Tigers turned things around in the second half, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting six of 13 3-pointers. LSU was led by senior Cam Carter with 26 points and fifth-year senior Jordan Sears with 21 points.

📅 FSU’s Next Game 📅
Florida State will begin ACC play on Saturday, December 7, against NC State in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tip-off is set for 4 p.m. and the game will be televised on the ACC Network.

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⚽ FSU Women’s Soccer Earns Four United Soccer Coaches All-Atlantic Region Honors ⚽

Four members of the Florida State women’s soccer team were recognized with United Soccer Coaches All-Atlantic Region honors. Jordynn Dudley, Heather Gilchrist, and Taylor Huff earned First Team honors, while Mimi Van Zanten earned Third Team honors for her impressive season.

🌟 Huff and Dudley Shine in Back-to-Back First Team Selections 🌟

• Taylor Huff capped off her collegiate career with an outstanding season, leading the team with 12 goals and 10 assists for 34 points. She was named to the All-ACC First Team, the ACC All-Tournament Team, and claimed the 2024 ACC Tournament MVP. Huff also became the fastest player in the past decade to reach 20 points in a single season.

• Jordynn Dudley followed up her stellar freshman season with another dominant year, scoring 29 points off nine goals and 11 assists in 15 games. Dudley also made significant contributions to the U.S. Women’s National Team’s bronze medal at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

🔑 Gilchrist Anchors the Defense 🔑
Heather Gilchrist played a crucial role in FSU’s defense, helping the team achieve its fourth consecutive double-digit shutout season. She made 15 appearances and was named to the All-ACC Third Team, while also contributing to the U.S. U-20 Women’s National Team’s bronze medal in the World Cup.

💥 Van Zanten’s Versatility on Display 💥
Mimi Van Zanten was the Seminoles' top outfield player in terms of minutes played. She had a standout season with four goals and two assists, while also helping secure 10 clean sheets. Van Zanten’s ability to switch from outside back to center back midway through the season was instrumental in the team's success. She earned All-ACC Third Team honors for her contributions.

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🏀 FSU Women’s Basketball Faces Tennessee in SEC/ACC Challenge 🏀

Florida State (8-1) will travel to Tennessee (5-0) to face the Volunteers on Wednesday in the SEC/ACC Challenge at the Food City Center. The game will be broadcast at 7:15 p.m. on the SEC Network.

🌟 Top Two Offensive Teams in the Nation Collide 🌟
This matchup pits the top two offensive teams in the country against each other—FSU averages 96.2 points per game, while Tennessee leads at 98.2. Last season, FSU defeated Tennessee for the first time in program history, winning 92-91 in Tallahassee. The Vols lead the series, 2-1.

💥 Ta'Niya Latson Earns National Recognition 💥
Junior guard Ta'Niya Latson was named to the Ann Meyers Drysdale National Players of the Week after a stellar performance at the Paradise Jam. Latson was a key player in FSU’s victories over Texas Tech, Missouri State, and Gonzaga, scoring 75 total points. She also earned an honorable mention for AP Player of the Week.

🌟 Latson’s Historic Triple-Double 🌟
Latson achieved a historic triple-double against Gonzaga, scoring 24 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and matching her career-high 10 assists. She’s one of only four Seminoles in program history to record a triple-double, the first since 2019. Latson currently leads the nation in scoring with 26.1 points per game.

📅 FSU vs. Tennessee Coverage 📅
The game will be broadcast on the Seminoles Sports Network (96.5 The Spear), with Melissa Bruner and Jack Kavovit on the call. Additional coverage will be available on Sirius XM channel 385.

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🏈 Five Seminoles Earn All-ACC Honors 🏈

Florida State saw five players earn All-ACC recognition, with senior Alex Mastromanno leading the way as the first-team punter and second-team specialist. Joining Mastromanno on the second team were senior kicker Ryan Fitzgerald, while defenders Joshua Farmer, Darrell Jackson Jr., and Azareye'h Thomas earned honorable mention honors.

🌟 Mastromanno Shines as First-Team Punter 🌟
Alex Mastromanno, a finalist for the Ray Guy Award, set the ACC record for punting average with 49.3 yards per punt, leading the nation in that category. The Melbourne, Australia native became FSU’s first All-ACC first-team punter since Shawn Powell in 2011, after being named second-team All-ACC and All-American last season. Mastromanno also leads the country with 30 punts of 50 yards or more.

💥 Fitzgerald Continues Kicking Excellence 💥
Ryan Fitzgerald, a finalist for the Lou Groza Award, was perfect on field goals this season, going 13-for-13, including five from 50 yards or more. Fitzgerald tied the school record for the most field goals without a miss and set an ACC record with a 59-yard field goal against Georgia Tech, the third-longest in league history.

🌟 Standout Defensive Performances 🌟

• Joshua Farmer recorded 32 tackles, including 8.0 for loss and a team-high 4.0 sacks, to go along with six quarterback hurries.

• Darrell Jackson Jr. also had 32 tackles, with 4.0 for loss and 3.5 sacks, adding a pass breakup, forced fumble, and four quarterback hurries.

• Azareye'h Thomas finished second on the team with 52 tackles, four pass breakups, and 1.5 tackles for loss, including an interception against Florida in the season finale.

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🏈 FSU Extends Scholarship Offer to Offensive Tackle Chastan Brown 🏈

Florida State has made a splash in the 2025 recruiting class by offering a scholarship to Chastan Brown, a 6-foot-7, 270-pound offensive tackle and recent UCF decommitment. The offer came after a phone call from FSU’s new offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn, who previously recruited Brown during his time at UCF, followed by an official offer from head coach Mike Norvell.

🌟 Brown’s Surprising Offer from FSU 🌟
Brown was caught off guard by the scholarship offer, despite receiving a hint from Malzahn earlier in the week.

“I was pretty shocked because I wasn’t really expecting FSU to come across for real,” Brown said.

The Seminoles’ entry into his recruitment has certainly raised the stakes, as he now weighs his options between signing during the Early Signing Period or waiting for National Signing Day in February.

💥 A Physically Impressive Prospect 💥
Ranked as the nation’s No. 226 overall prospect and No. 21 offensive tackle by 247Sports, Brown is a physically gifted player with a towering frame and elite wingspan.

He is still developing and will need to gain more weight in a college program, but his basketball background has provided him with impressive reactive quickness and hand usage.

While Brown will need time to adjust, his potential as a left tackle makes him a promising project for FSU’s future.

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🏈 FSU Adds JUCO Defensive Tackle Tyeland Coleman to 2025 Class 🏈

Florida State has secured a commitment from Tyeland Coleman, a three-star junior college defensive tackle from Northwest Mississippi Community College. The 6-foot-3, 290-pounder announced his commitment to the Seminoles after an official visit to Tallahassee.

🌟 Coleman Impressed by FSU and Tallahassee 🌟
Coleman, originally from Terry, Mississippi, was drawn to the city of Tallahassee, citing the peaceful environment as a key factor in his decision. "It is a good city to live in. Not a lot of crazy stuff going on all the time," Coleman said. "That is one of my top things, safety and just trying to stay out of harm's way as much as I possibly can."

💥 Strong Defensive Line Commitment 💥
In the 2024 season, Coleman posted 30 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks. Ranked as the No. 9 overall junior college prospect and the No. 6 defensive lineman by 247Sports, he becomes the fourth defensive lineman in FSU’s 2025 class, joining Darryll Desir, Mandrell Desir, and Kevin Wynn.

🌟 Coleman’s Impact on the Tribe25 Class 🌟
With Coleman’s commitment, FSU’s Tribe25 class has jumped to No. 38 in the 247Sports Team Recruiting Rankings, up from No. 45. Coleman will have three years to play two seasons in Tallahassee.

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🏈 Teriq Mallory Flips to FSU, Trusts Mike Norvell’s Vision 🏈

Teriq Mallory, a three-star wide receiver from Cheshire Academy (Conn.), flipped his commitment from West Virginia to Florida State just before National Signing Day, citing his faith in head coach Mike Norvell as the primary reason for his decision.

🌟 Belief in Norvell's Expertise 🌟
Despite concerns over the lack of a receivers coach at FSU following Ron Dugans’ departure, Mallory is confident in Norvell’s ability to develop him as a wide receiver. "I believe in coach Norvell because he played receiver at a high level," Mallory said. "He coached receiver at a high level. He is very hands-on with the wide receivers, so I believe I can get a lot of knowledge from him."

💥 Big-Body Receiver with Early Potential 💥
Norvell, who has extensive experience coaching receivers, spoke with Mallory about his potential for early playing time. "They need guys with my size," Mallory shared, referring to his big-bodied frame as an asset for the Seminoles. Mallory, who recorded 49 catches for 691 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior, is set to arrive on FSU’s campus on January 6.

🌟 Connection with Offensive Coordinator Gus Malzahn 🌟
Mallory has already connected with new offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn and is eager to work hard and seize the opportunities that await him at FSU.

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🏈 Signing Day Eve: Florida State’s Final Push for the 2025 Class 🏈

The early signing period for the Class of 2025 kicks off today, and Florida State is making a strong push to finish strong. With the Seminoles currently holding the No. 53 recruiting class, they are working to move up the rankings by securing key flips and commitments in the final hours leading up to National Signing Day. Below is a live blog of the latest updates and intel surrounding FSU’s recruiting efforts as we count down to Signing Day.

🔑 Latest Updates and Latest Intel 🔑

• Tae’shaun Gelsey, the four-star wide receiver currently committed to Florida, remains a priority target for FSU. However, Gelsey is still waiting to hear about who FSU’s wide receivers coach will be after Ron Dugans’ departure. Gelsey, who prefers playing receiver over a hybrid tight end role, loves FSU’s pitch but without a position coach in place, the likelihood of a flip seems slim for now.

• Five-star offensive lineman Solomon Thomas intends to sign tomorrow at 5:00 PM but is still waiting to hear who FSU will hire as its offensive line coach. This uncertainty puts FSU’s chances at risk, as Thomas remains undecided due to the lack of clarity around the coaching staff.

• Four-star linebacker TJ Alford is deciding between Ohio State and Florida State. Alford, who is having final conversations with FSU’s new defensive coordinator Tony White, is expected to sign with Ohio State but FSU is still making a strong final push.

• FSU is now the frontrunner for Sean Poret, a 6-foot-5 offensive tackle committed to USF. Poret is expected to announce his decision tomorrow at 9:00 AM. FSU’s push for Poret is significant, especially with uncertainty surrounding the hiring of a new offensive line coach.

• Tyeland Coleman, a JUCO defensive line prospect, has spoken with Tony White and is leaning towards making a decision soon. Coleman’s delay in announcing was due to a positive conversation with White, and FSU remains in a strong position.

• 1:40 PM Update - Solomon Thomas & LSU Buzz
  It seems like LSU is generating buzz as a potential landing spot for Solomon Thomas after his official visit there. FSU’s uncertainty regarding its offensive line coach is putting Thomas' commitment at risk.

• 1:05 PM Update - Teddy Hoffmann Crystal Ball Pick
  After Florida State offered Teddy Hoffmann, a wide receiver from South Florida, a 247Sports Crystal Ball has been logged in favor of FSU. Hoffmann is set to sign on Friday, and it looks like FSU could make a big push to secure his services.

🔍 Signing Day Schedule: Key Announcements for FSU 🔍
The following is a breakdown of the signing schedule for FSU’s recruits on Wednesday, December 4. Times are approximate, and decisions could change as the day progresses.

• 9:00 AM ET
  Solomon Thomas – 5-star OL (FSU)
  Sean Poret – 3-star OT (USF to FSU)

• 9:30 AM ET
  Mario Nash Jr. – 4-star OL (FSU)
  Tavion Wallace – 4-star LB (Arkansas to FSU)

• 12:00 PM ET
  Ethan Pritchard – 3-star LB (FSU)

• 2:00 PM ET
  Kevin Wynn – 4-star DL (FSU)
  Zae Thomas – 4-star DB (FSU)

• 5:00 PM ET
  Solomon Thomas – 5-star OL (FSU or LSU)

• 6:30 PM ET
  Tae’shaun Gelsey – 4-star WR (Florida to FSU)

💥 Recruits to Watch in the Final Stretch 💥

• Jayvan Boggs (UCF WR Commit)
  FSU has made a strong push to flip Jayvan Boggs from UCF. He’s expected to make his decision Friday after weighing his options between UCF and FSU.

• LaJesse Harrold (4-star Edge)
  Harrold, a highly sought-after edge rusher, has been trending towards FSU. However, his decision could be delayed until February, so FSU’s chances will depend on whether he chooses to sign early.

📊 Predictions and Intel 📊

• Solomon Thomas: Likely to flip to LSU, FSU’s chances dim without clarity on the offensive line coach hire.

• Tae’shaun Gelsey: Remains with Florida, FSU needs clarity on coaching staff for a flip.

• Kevin Wynn: FSU leads, but Georgia is close behind in this race.

• Tylion Lee: Expected to sign with Ole Miss, though FSU is making a late push.

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And that’s a wrap!

As the early signing period begins, FSU’s recruiting efforts will continue to unfold. Keep an eye on The Chief Brief for live updates, commitment news, and analysis as Florida State wraps up a pivotal signing day. Stay with us as we follow the action in real-time!