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Happy Hump Day, Seminole!

A little bit of everything today; dominance, disappointment, star power, and the early outlines of what’s next.

🥎 Softball Is Operating on Another Level 🥎
Florida State stayed perfect with another run-rule win, another award for Jazzy Francik, and numbers that suggest this pitching staff is already separating nationally.

🏀 Fight, Frustration, and a Thin Margin 🏀
Men’s basketball pushed No. 15 Virginia to the final possession — a loss that still revealed growth, resilience, and individual performances worth noting.

⛳ Yes, That Woods Is a Seminole ⛳
Charlie Woods committed to Florida State, instantly elevating the buzz around an already-loaded 2027 men’s golf class.

🏈 Eyes on the Future 🏈
From a coveted 2027 quarterback to an early look at the 2026 offensive two-deep, today’s edition also zooms out; projecting where Florida State football could be headed next.

Let’s get into it.

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Another dominant, no-drama night for Florida State.

Florida State rolled past Liberty 8–0 in six innings, extending its unbeaten start and continuing one of the most complete opening stretches in the country.

🔥 Pitching Sets the Tone

💥 Bats Break It Open

📊 Numbers That Jump

📍 Up Next
FSU heads to the Shriners Children’s Clearwater Invitational, opening vs. No. 1 Texas Tech
📺 Thursday, 1 p.m. | ESPN2

👉 Read more for box score notes and what this hot start means heading into Clearwater.

A dominant opening statement in the circle.

Florida State sophomore Jazzy Francik earned her second career ACC Pitcher of the Week honor after an elite weekend at the JoAnne Graf Classic.

🔥 Why She Won It

📊 Weekend Line

🧠 Big Picture
Through the first weekend, she’s been untouchable and is anchoring one of the most dominant pitching starts in the country.

👉 Read more for full weekend context and what’s next for FSU’s ace.

A fast rise and a clutch finish.

Florida State’s Luis Felipe Miguel and Erik Schiessl were named ACC Doubles Team of the Week after another statement performance to open the season.

🔥 Why They Won It

🎯 The Moment
With the doubles point on the line and the score tied 4–4 on court one, Miguel and Schiessl closed out a 6–4 win, delivering Florida State the early edge.

Read more here

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A gutsy effort, decided in the final minute.

Florida State men’s basketball narrowly fell 61–58 to Virginia Cavaliers men's basketball at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center despite multiple standout performances.

🔥 Who Stepped Up

⏱️ How It Slipped Away

📊 Quick Context

📍 Up Next
Florida State hits the road to face Virginia Tech Hokies men's basketball
📅 Saturday, Feb. 14 | ⏰ 2:00 p.m.

👉 Read more for full game flow, box score notes, and what this one showed about FSU’s continued fight.

Yes, that Woods.

Charlie Woods, the son of Tiger Woods, has committed to Florida State Seminoles men's golf, announcing the decision on Instagram after being a long-time priority for head coach Trey Jones.

🏆 Why This Is a Big Deal

🧠 The Bigger Picture
Woods joins Miles Russell, a two-time AJGA Player of the Year, in what’s shaping up to be a loaded 2027 signing class. Both players are eligible to sign this November, giving Florida State one of the most star-powered junior golf hauls in the country.

📍 Context Worth Noting

👀 Why Fans Are Buzzing
Charlie Woods is an elite junior talent in his own right and pairing him with Russell immediately elevates FSU’s national profile in men’s golf.

👉 Read more for recruiting context, class outlook, and what this means for FSU golf moving forward.

One of the more intriguing quarterback recruits in the 2027 class is starting to take shape and Florida State is firmly in the conversation.

Wonderful Monds IV, a 6’2”, 224-pound three-star from Vero Beach High, has quickly become a national name after reclassifying from 2028 to 2027 and piling up interest from more than 20 programs.

📈 Why He’s Drawing Attention

📊 Production Snapshot

🗓️ Spring Visit Plans
Monds says he plans to visit several major programs this offseason, including:

This isn’t a top list yet, just the early slate as he gathers information before official visits and a planned commitment before his senior season.

🧠 Big Picture
The in-state trio (FSU, Florida, Miami) will be difficult to beat, but national powers like Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Tennessee are very real factors. Spring evaluations and QB board movement across the country could reshape this race quickly.

👉 Read more for tape breakdowns, visit intel, and how Monds fits into FSU’s long-term QB outlook.

With spring ball still ahead, here’s an early projection of how Florida State’s offensive skill positions could line up in 2026; blending proven production with projected growth.

1. Ashton Daniels (RS Sr.)
2. Kevin Sperry (RS Fr.)

Daniels enters spring as the veteran option, but the schematic shift away from a run-heavy QB profile keeps this open. Sperry’s reps will matter. JUCO transfer Malachi Marshall is a summer wildcard but starts behind due to install timing.

1. Quintrevion Wisner (Sr.)
2. Samuel Singleton Jr. (RS Jr.)

Wisner was brought in for stability — consistent, patient, chain-moving. Singleton provides the explosive counterpunch if FSU wants more big-play juice.

1. Ousmane Kromah (Soph.)
2. Gemari Sands (RS Jr.)

Kromah’s versatility (former slot WR) fits Norvell’s mismatch archetype, though vision remains a work in progress. Sands brings reliability in pass pro and as a receiver.

1. Desirrio Riles (Sr.)
2. Landen Thomas (Jr.) / Chase Loftin (RS Fr.)

Expect a committee. Riles offers YAC ability but isn’t a true every-down blocker. A leap from Thomas — or heavier sets — could reshape this room.

1. Duce Robinson (Sr.)
2. Tae’Shaun Gelsey (RS Fr.) / Teriq Mallory (RS Fr.)

Robinson is the offensive cornerstone — one of the few P4 receivers returning after a 1,000-yard season. Behind him, FSU is betting on size, blocking, and upside.

1. Micahi Danzy (RS Soph.)
2. Devin Carter (Fr.)

Danzy quietly became a vertical and horizontal stressor last season. Drops aside, his explosiveness is critical. Carter is a high-investment freshman with early expectations.

1. Jayvan Boggs (Soph.)
2. Jasen Lopez (Fr.)

Boggs didn’t pop statistically as a freshman but profiles as a steady interior option with route-running upside. Solid complementary piece.

This group hinges on QB clarity, Wisner’s stabilizing presence, and continued emergence from Robinson and Danzy. Spring will decide ceilings but the floor looks far steadier than recent seasons for Florida State Seminoles football.

Read more here

From a softball team that looks locked in and ruthless, to one of the most recognizable names in sports choosing Tallahassee, to early football projections that finally feel stable; there’s real momentum building across the board.

Some of it is happening fast.
Some of it is just starting to take shape.

Either way, it’s all worth watching.

See you tomorrow,
– Chief 🏹