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🌟 Emma Terebo Advances to Olympic Final in Women's 100 Back 🌟

FSU alumna Emma Terebo advanced to the final of the women's 100 back at the Olympics, representing France with a strong performance. Stay tuned for her final on Tuesday.

🏆 DJ Uiagalelei Named to Maxwell Award Watch List 🏆

Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, with over 9,000 career yards, has been named to the Maxwell Award Watch List. The Seminoles kick off the season on August 24 in Dublin against Georgia Tech.

🏆 Sara Tisdale Named Inaugural Head Coach for FSU Women's Lacrosse 🏆

Sara Tisdale joins FSU as the first head coach for women's lacrosse, bringing a record of success in building new programs. The team will start NCAA competition in spring 2026.

🏈 FSU Offense Shows Promise and Room for Growth on Day 5 of Camp 🏈

Day 5 of FSU's preseason camp highlighted strong performances from quarterbacks DJ Uiagalelei and Brock Glenn, an impressive running game, and key plays from the defense. Consistency remains a focus as the team prepares for the season.

🦅 Four-Star TE JC Anderson to Visit FSU for Sixth Preseason Practice 🦅

Four-star tight end JC Anderson, ranked No. 103 overall for the 2026 class, will visit FSU today. Anderson is one of FSU’s many promising prospects.

🌟 Emma Terebo Advances to Olympic Final in Women's 100 Back 🌟

Florida State alumna Emma Terebo shone brightly at the Olympic Games on Monday, advancing to the final of the women's 100 back. Representing France, Terebo made an impressive Olympic debut with a fifth-fastest heat time of 59.10, securing her spot in the semifinal.

In the evening semifinal, Terebo finished fourth with a time of 59.50, clinching the eighth position for Tuesday's final, set to take place at 2:56 p.m. (ET).

Upcoming Olympic Debuts:

• Gloria Muzito: The flag bearer for Uganda will compete in the 100 free on Tuesday.

• Julio Horrego: Set to swim in the 200 breaststroke, marking his second Olympic appearance.

Additionally, former FSU diver Molly Carlson will join NBC as a content creator for the Olympics. Competing for Team Canada in high diving, Carlson is a two-time World Aquatics silver medalist and currently ranks second in the 2024 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series.

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🏆 DJ Uiagalelei Named to Maxwell Award Watch List 🏆

Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has been named to the Maxwell Award Watch List, which recognizes the outstanding player in college football. Uiagalelei, who transferred to Florida State from Oregon State, has a career record of 30-10 with 9,451 yards of total offense.

His impressive stats include 8,319 passing yards and 57 touchdowns, along with 1,132 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns.

At Oregon State, Uiagalelei was a 2023 Davey O'Brien Award semifinalist, throwing for 2,638 yards and 21 touchdowns, and adding 219 rushing yards and six touchdowns.

He also spent three seasons at Clemson, where he ranks in the top-10 in program history for several passing and rushing categories.

Former FSU quarterback Jordan Travis was a Maxwell Award semifinalist in 2023, and Charlie Ward is FSU's only previous winner, taking home the honor during his Heisman Trophy season in 1993.

Season Opener: Uiagalelei and the Seminoles will kick off the season on August 24 in Dublin, Ireland, against Georgia Tech in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic.

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🏆 Sara Tisdale Named Inaugural Head Coach for FSU Women's Lacrosse 🏆

Florida State has announced Sara Tisdale as the first head coach for the women's lacrosse team, bringing her wealth of experience in establishing successful programs to Tallahassee.

With a career record of 114-86, Tisdale has previously led Eastern Michigan, Central Michigan, and Augustana College to early and sustained success.

Tisdale's Background:

• Previous Roles: Coached the inaugural lacrosse teams at Eastern Michigan, Central Michigan, and Augustana.

• Achievements: Won four regular-season conference championships, three conference tournament titles, and produced numerous all-conference players and academic honorees.

• Academic Focus: Tisdale's teams have been honored nine consecutive times for academic excellence by the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Association.

FSU Athletic Director Michael Alford praised Tisdale's ability to develop a winning culture both on and off the field. "Her teams win on the field and prioritize academics. She will fit right in with the standard of comprehensive excellence here," Alford stated.

Tisdale's Vision:

• Immediate Goals: Build Florida State lacrosse into a championship-caliber program with a strong culture in the classroom, on the field, and in the community.

• Inspiration: Tisdale is motivated by the support and investment in Seminole student-athletes. "Building Florida State lacrosse into a championship-caliber program...will be the immediate goal, and I cannot wait to get to work," she said.

Florida State's women's lacrosse program will begin NCAA competition in the spring of 2026.

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🏈 FSU Offense Shows Promise and Room for Growth on Day 5 of Camp 🏈

Day 5 of Florida State's preseason camp was a mix of high-energy moments and minor mistakes as the Seminoles continued to refine their game. Consistency remains a key focus as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

Offensive Highlights:

Quarterback Performance:

• DJ Uiagalelei: Displayed improved decision-making and quick reads, particularly in Pass Skelly drills. Highlighted his ability with precise throws to TE Kyle Morlock and explosive plays to WR Malik Benson. Uiagalelei continues to work on adding touch to his shorter throws.

• Brock Glenn: Made notable splash plays with quick releases and good anticipation. Connected well with RBs Lawrance Toafili and Samuel Singleton, though some throws still need fine-tuning.

Running Game:

• The running game showed significant improvement, with multiple backs making big plays. Roydell Williams and Caziah Holmes stood out with their physical and quick running styles.

• Freshmen Kam Davis and Micahi Danzy continued to impress with their speed and vision.

Wide Receivers and Tight Ends:

• Malik Benson: Had a mixed day, showcasing his speed and hands but also experiencing a few concentration drops. His ability to bounce back and make key catches highlighted his resilience.

• Hykeem Williams and Lawayne McCoy: Both receivers made notable plays, with McCoy showing impressive leaping ability and Williams excelling in red-zone situations.

• Kyle Morlock: Consistent target for Uiagalelei, particularly in the red zone.

Defensive Highlights:

• Patrick Payton: Continued to make impactful plays, including a sack and a key run fit.

• Darrell Jackson: Displayed impressive movement skills and strength, disrupting plays in Team Drills.

• Freshmen Standouts: Ricky Knight and Cai Bates made significant contributions, with Knight securing an interception and Bates showing physicality in coverage.

• Veteran Contributions: Fentrell Cypress II and Davonte Brown provided strong coverage, with multiple pass breakups.

Special Teams and Coaching Insights:

• Punt Returners: Jaylin Lucas and Malik Benson showed natural ability in fielding punts, offering potential explosiveness in the return game.

• Offensive Line: Darius Washington had his best day of camp, creating wide rushing lanes and displaying strong blocking skills. Julian Armella, Robert Scott, and TJ Ferguson also made key contributions.

• Coach Mike Norvell: Emphasized the importance of maintaining execution and consistency, particularly in the passing game. Red-zone efficiency remains a focus.

Conclusion:

Florida State's offense is showing promising signs of growth, with standout performances across the board.

As the team continues to work on consistency and execution, the foundation is being set for a strong season ahead. The defense remains robust, with both veterans and freshmen making key plays.

The Seminoles return to the practice field with high energy, aiming to build on their progress and address any lingering issues.

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🦅 Four-Star TE JC Anderson to Visit FSU for Sixth Preseason Practice 🦅

Mount Zion (Illinois) four-star tight end JC Anderson is set to visit Florida State today as the Seminoles continue their sixth preseason practice. Anderson, standing at 6-foot-7 and 230 pounds, confirmed his visit plans with Noles247 on Monday evening.

Recruiting Profile:

• Offers: FSU is among nearly three dozen schools that have offered Anderson, extending their offer on May 13th.

• Recent Visits: Anderson's most recent visit was to Florida.

• Rankings: Anderson is ranked No. 103 overall and No. 6 tight end in the 2026 class by 247Sports.com.

• Predictions: Currently, there are no predictions on the 247Sports.com Crystal Ball for Anderson's commitment.

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