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🏀 FSU to Face LSU in ACC/SEC Challenge 🏀
Florida State will play LSU on December 3, 2024, at the Pete Maravich Center in Baton Rouge. The series between FSU and LSU is tied 3-3, with the last meeting resulting in a thrilling 79-76 overtime win for FSU in 2018. Season tickets for FSU's home games are now on sale.

🏀 FSU Women's Basketball to Face Tennessee in SEC/ACC Challenge 🏀
FSU Women's Basketball will play Tennessee on December 4, 2024, in Knoxville. This follows last year's 92-91 victory over the Lady Volunteers. FSU returns key players Ta'Niya Latson, Makayla Timpson, and O'Mariah Gordon for the 2024-25 season.

⚾ FSU's Jamie Arnold Expected to Start Against Tennessee in CWS Opener ⚾
Jamie Arnold is set to start against No. 1 Tennessee in the College World Series opener on Friday, despite having one less day of rest. Arnold, with an 11-3 record and 2.77 ERA, will be crucial in FSU's effort to avoid the losers' bracket.

🏈 Tyler Atkinson Keeps FSU in Top Four 🏈
Five-star linebacker Tyler Atkinson from Loganville, Ga., keeps FSU in his top four schools alongside Auburn, Georgia, and Ohio State. Atkinson emphasizes the importance of strong relationships with coaching staffs and plans to visit these schools frequently.

🏈 Top Edge Rusher Javion Hilson Stays Firm with FSU Commitment 🏈
Javion Hilson, the nation's No. 1 ranked edge rusher, reaffirmed his commitment to FSU. Despite recent visits to other schools, Hilson emphasizes his strong connection with FSU and plans to solidify his decision after his final visit on June 21-23.

🏈 FSU Continues to Pursue Four-Star Linebacker Tarvos Alford 🏈
FSU remains in contention for four-star linebacker Tarvos Alford despite his commitment to Ohio State. Alford has maintained regular communication with FSU and is scheduled to visit for the home game against Memphis on September 14.

🏈 FSU Crystal Ball Predictions for Top Recruits 🏈
247Sports Crystal Balls favor FSU for 5-star OT Josh Petty and 4-star DB Ladarian Clardy. Petty is trending towards FSU despite visits to Stanford and Tennessee, while Clardy named FSU as his leader after a recent visit.

🏀 FSU to Face LSU in ACC/SEC Challenge 🏀

Florida State will play LSU on December 3, 2024, in the ACC/SEC Challenge at the Pete Maravich Center in Baton Rouge, La. The Seminoles have won three of the last five games against the Tigers, including a thrilling 79-76 overtime victory in 2018.

Historical Matchups:

• Series Tied: 3-3

• Last Win: FSU, 79-76 in 2018

• First Game: 1957

This game marks the third time FSU and LSU will meet on the Tigers' campus.

Season tickets for FSU's home games are now on sale. Single-game tickets will be available in October.

🏀 FSU Women's Basketball to Face Tennessee in SEC/ACC Challenge 🏀

Florida State Women's Basketball is set for a thrilling rematch against Tennessee on December 4, 2024, at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville. This game, part of the SEC/ACC Women's Challenge, follows last year's 92-91 victory over the Lady Volunteers, highlighted by Amaya Bonner's decisive performance.

Key Details:

• Previous Matchup: FSU won 92-91, with Bonner scoring 11 points in the fourth quarter.

• 2024-25 Roster: Returns key players Ta'Niya Latson, Makayla Timpson, and O'Mariah Gordon, bringing back 75% of last season's scoring and 82% of rebounds.

• Upcoming Schedule: FSU will compete in the Paradise Jam in St. Thomas against Texas Tech, Missouri State, and Gonzaga.

⚾️ FSU's Jamie Arnold Expected to Start Against Tennessee in CWS Opener ⚾️

Florida State ace Jamie Arnold is set to start against No. 1 Tennessee in the College World Series opener on Friday, despite having one less day of rest after throwing 121 pitches last Saturday.

Coach Link Jarrett plans to have Arnold, who boasts an 11-3 record and a 2.77 ERA, on the mound against the top-seeded Volunteers, known for their powerful offense.

Arnold’s performance will be crucial for FSU to avoid the losers' bracket. If Arnold pitches on Friday, junior left-hander Carson Dorsey is likely to start Game 2.

FSU and Tennessee play Friday at 7 p.m. ET.

🏈 Tyler Atkinson Keeps FSU in Top Four 🏈

Tyler Atkinson, a five-star linebacker from Loganville (Ga.) Grayson and the No. 10 prospect in the 2026 On3 Industry Ranking, continues to be one of the most coveted juniors in the country.

While keeping his options open, Atkinson maintains a top four list of schools: Auburn, Florida State, Georgia, and Ohio State.

He highlights the importance of strong relationships with the coaching staffs at these schools, particularly noting his long-term familiarity with FSU.

Atkinson plans to visit these schools frequently as he continues his recruitment journey.

🏈 Top Edge Rusher Javion Hilson Stays Firm with FSU Commitment 🏈

Javion Hilson, the nation's No. 1 ranked edge rusher, reaffirmed his commitment to Florida State amidst a busy month of official visits. Despite recent trips to Florida, Texas, and an upcoming visit to UCF, Hilson returned to Tallahassee to work one-on-one with FSU defensive ends coach John Papuchis.

Hilson emphasized his strong connection with Papuchis and his admiration for FSU's history of developing top defensive ends like Jared Verse and Jermaine Johnson. He praised the defensive scheme and his fit within it, drawing parallels to current FSU star Patrick Payton.

Hilson's visits to other programs, including positive experiences at Texas and Florida, have not swayed his commitment. He plans to solidify his decision after his final official visit to FSU from June 21-23, stating, "The commitment is strong... I love Florida State."

Hilson, ranked No. 30 overall and No. 1 Edge in the 2025 class by 247Sports Composite Rankings, aims to be fully locked in with one school soon, with FSU remaining his top choice.

🏈 FSU Continues to Pursue Four-Star Linebacker Tarvos Alford 🏈

Florida State remains in contention for Vero Beach (Fla.) four-star linebacker Tarvos Alford despite his commitment to Ohio State. Alford, ranked No. 72 overall and No. 8 linebacker nationally by 247Sports, has maintained regular communication with FSU linebackers coach Randy Shannon.

Alford is scheduled to visit FSU for their home game against Memphis on September 14. He recently participated in FSU's 7-on-7 tournament and has also visited Ohio State and Illinois in June, with a trip to UCF planned next.

🏈 FSU Crystal Ball Predictions for Top Recruits 🏈

As June's recruiting heats up, 247Sports Crystal Balls are favoring Florida State for two key targets: 5-star OT Josh Petty and 4-star DB Ladarian Clardy.

Josh Petty:

• Trending to FSU: Despite visits to Stanford and Tennessee, FSU remains in a strong position.

• Key Competitors: Tennessee and Ohio State.

• Final Visit: FSU hosts Petty from June 21-23.

• Stats: Nation’s No. 2 OT, No. 13 overall player.

Ladarian Clardy:

• Leader: Named FSU as his leader after a recent visit.

• Upcoming Visits: Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and Miami.

• Decision Factor: FSU’s DB recruitment class could expedite Clardy's decision.

• Stats: Nation’s No. 178 overall player, No. 15 safety.

And that’s a wrap!

We hope you enjoyed the latest updates on Florida State sports, including exciting matchups, recruitment news, and preparations for the College World Series. As always, stay tuned for more in-depth coverage and insights. Go Noles! 🌟