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Florida State continues stacking national honors across multiple sports while recruiting momentum remains one of the biggest bright spots of the summer. From All-Americans in track, baseball, golf, and softball to another strong week on the recruiting trail, there's plenty of good news across Seminole athletics.
🔹 🏃♂️ Seminoles Shine At NCAA Championships 🏃♂️
Florida State added multiple All-Americans at the NCAA Outdoor Championships, highlighted by Shamar Reid's first-team finish in the discus and a historic performance from hurdle standouts Andre Korbmacher and Zach Extine.
🔹 🏃♀️ Freshman Star Makes FSU History 🏃♀️
Rylee Blade delivered one of the best performances by a freshman in program history, earning First-Team All-America honors while setting both an FSU record and a U20 American record in the 10,000 meters.
🔹 ⚾ Wes Mendes Keeps Adding Hardware ⚾
The ACC Pitcher of the Year collected two more All-America honors, further cementing one of the most dominant pitching seasons Florida State has seen in recent years.
🔹 ⛳ Tyler Weaver's Historic Season Continues ⛳
The Seminole star earned All-ACC honors for the third time, joining elite company while continuing to build one of the strongest résumés in program history.
🔹 🥎 Softball Lands A Major Transfer Addition 🥎
Stetson slugger Nicole Edmiaston is headed to Tallahassee after a record-breaking season that saw her emerge as one of the most productive hitters in the country.
🔹 🏈 Elite Offensive Line Target Visits FSU 🏈
Four-star IMG Academy tackle Nation Farmer will be in Tallahassee later this month, giving Herb Hand and the Seminoles another opportunity with one of the nation's top 2028 prospects.
🔹 🎯 Why Jayden Miles Fits Mike Norvell's Vision 🎯
The versatile four-star running back brings the kind of pass-catching and multi-dimensional skill set that has historically thrived in Norvell's offense.
🔹 🔮 Could More Recruiting Momentum Be Coming? 🔮
With recent commitments from Jayden Miles, Jernard Albright, and Sean Green, Florida State's recruiting class is gaining steam and current commits are hinting that more good news may be on the horizon.
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Florida State's track and field program added another strong chapter to its long tradition of national success on Friday.
🥏 Shamar Reid Finishes Among Nation's Best
Junior transfer Shamar Reid earned First-Team All-America honors in the discus.
Reid placed sixth nationally with a throw of 62.30 meters.
The finish capped off a breakout season that included an ACC Championship and a school-record throw of 65.87 meters.
His sixth-place finish matched Florida State's best NCAA discus result since 2023.
⚡ Historic Day in the 110-Meter Hurdles
Andre Korbmacher earned First-Team All-America honors after finishing seventh in the national final.
Korbmacher crossed the line in 13.30 seconds to cap the best season of his collegiate career.
Zach Extine earned Second-Team All-America honors with a ninth-place finish in 13.59 seconds.
The duo became the first pair of Seminoles in program history to earn All-America honors in the men's 110-meter hurdles at the same NCAA Outdoor Championship.
📈 Another Strong Showing for FSU Track
Florida State continues its remarkable streak of producing All-Americans on the national stage.
Reid, Korbmacher, and Extine all finished their seasons among the nation's elite in their respective events.
The performances added to an already successful championship meet for the Seminoles.
👀 Women's Team Still Has Work To Do
Florida State's women were set to conclude competition on Saturday night.
The 4x100-meter relay team, Kayla Pinkard in the triple jump, and Shenese Walker in the 100-meter dash were all scheduled to compete.
Walker entered the meet as one of the fastest sprinters in the country and a legitimate podium contender.
Why It Matters: Florida State's track and field program continues to quietly produce national-level results year after year. Reid's emergence as one of the nation's top discus throwers and the historic hurdle performances from Korbmacher and Extine added three more All-Americans to a program that remains one of the most consistently successful in the country.
Florida State's women's track and field team got off to a strong start at the NCAA Outdoor Championships thanks to a record-breaking performance from one of the program's rising stars.
📈 Rylee Blade Delivers a Historic Finish
Freshman distance runner Rylee Blade earned First-Team All-America honors in the 10,000 meters.
Blade finished seventh nationally with a personal-best time of 32:08.83.
Her performance set both a new Florida State school record and a new U20 American record.
It marked the highest NCAA finish by a Seminole in the event since 2010.
⚡ Shenese Walker Advances Again
Sprint standout Shenese Walker qualified for her third consecutive NCAA final in the 100-meter dash.
Walker won her semifinal heat with an automatic qualifying time of 10.94 seconds.
She entered the national meet as one of the fastest sprinters in the country.
The Jamaican star remained firmly in contention for an individual national title.
🔥 Relay Team Punches Its Ticket
Florida State's 4x100-meter relay team also advanced to the national final.
Lucy May Sleeman, Shenese Walker, Liana Tyson, and Micayah Holland finished second in their heat.
Their time of 43.23 seconds automatically qualified them for the championship race.
The Seminoles will have multiple opportunities to compete for All-America honors on the final day.
👀 Championship Weekend Continues
Blade's record-setting performance gave Florida State its first women's First-Team All-American of the meet.
Walker and the relay team still had national finals ahead.
The Seminoles entered the final days of competition with a chance to add even more hardware to an already impressive championship showing.
Why It Matters: Rylee Blade's freshman season continues to exceed expectations. Setting both a school record and a U20 American record on the sport's biggest collegiate stage is a remarkable accomplishment and provides another glimpse into the future of Florida State's distance program. Combined with Shenese Walker's continued sprint success and a relay team competing for a national finish, the Seminoles remain well represented among the country's elite.
Florida State ace Wes Mendes added even more hardware to his remarkable 2026 campaign as national recognition continues to pour in.
🌟 Another Pair of All-America Selections
Mendes was named a Second-Team All-American by both the ABCA and Baseball America.
The honors come just days after he earned All-America recognition from Perfect Game and the NCBWA.
He has now been recognized by every major outlet that has released its 2026 All-America teams.
These are the first All-America honors of Mendes' collegiate career.
🔥 One of the Nation's Best Pitchers
Mendes finished the season as the ACC Pitcher of the Year.
He became just the third Seminole in program history to earn that distinction.
The junior left-hander was also a First-Team All-ACC selection.
He earned multiple National Team of the Week honors and was a semifinalist for both National Pitcher of the Year and the Dick Howser Trophy.
📊 Dominant Numbers Across the Board
Posted a 9-3 record with a 2.81 ERA.
Led the ACC with 125 strikeouts.
Recorded a stellar 1.02 WHIP.
Logged 93 innings while holding opponents to a .207 batting average.
Ranked among the national leaders in strikeouts, complete games, wins, and innings pitched.
🍢 Another Seminole All-American Tradition Continues
Mendes becomes the latest Seminole to earn multiple national honors during a standout season.
Florida State has produced at least one All-American in all but one season since 1975.
He is the seventh Seminole since 2024 to earn All-America recognition from three or more outlets in a single year.
His breakout season helped power Florida State to a 40-win campaign and another NCAA Regional hosting opportunity.
Why It Matters: Wes Mendes established himself as FSU’s Ace and one of the premier pitchers in college baseball in one season. The growing list of All-America honors validates what Seminole fans watched all season: a dominant left-hander who consistently gave Florida State a chance to win every weekend and put together one of the best pitching seasons in recent program history.
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Florida State star Tyler Weaver continues to cement his place among the program's all-time greats after earning another prestigious postseason accolade.
🌟 Three-Time All-ACC Selection
Weaver was named to the 2026 All-ACC Team.
The honor marks the third All-ACC selection of his career.
He joins an exclusive group of Seminole golfers that includes Brooks Koepka, John Pak, Frederik Kjettrup, Hank Lebioda, and Matt Savage as three-time honorees.
The recognition further caps one of the best individual seasons in recent program history.
📈 One of the Best Seasons Ever by a Seminole
Weaver finished the year with a 69.58 scoring average.
That ranks as the fifth-best single-season average in Florida State history.
He became just the fourth Seminole ever to post a scoring average below 70.
In eight tournaments, he recorded a top-25 finish every time he teed it up.
🏅 National Recognition Continues
Earlier this week, Weaver earned First-Team All-America honors from Golfweek.
He also received Second-Team All-America recognition from the GCAA.
The junior was named a PING All-Southeast Region selection for the second time in his career.
He also finished the season as a Ben Hogan Award semifinalist.
🔥 Signature Moments
Captured the 2026 Valspar Collegiate title at 15-under par.
Earned an exemption into the 2027 Valspar Championship on the PGA Tour.
Finished runner-up at the Seminole Intercollegiate.
Posted a top-10 finish at the ACC Championship before going 2-0 in match play competition.
Ended the season ranked No. 11 nationally and No. 7 in the World Amateur Golf Rankings.
🍢 Elite Company
Weaver's consistency helped anchor another strong season for Florida State men's golf.
He now stands alongside some of the biggest names in program history in multiple statistical categories.
With another year of eligibility remaining, he enters next season as one of the top amateur golfers in the world.
Why It Matters: Tyler Weaver's 2025-26 campaign was one of the best individual seasons Florida State men's golf has ever seen. Between his All-America honors, third All-ACC selection, national ranking, and PGA Tour exemption, Weaver continues to build a résumé that places him among the elite players ever to wear Garnet and Gold.
Florida State wasted little time addressing one of its biggest offseason needs, landing a highly productive transfer who brings both power and consistency to the lineup.
💥 Nicole Edmiaston Heads to Tallahassee
Stetson transfer Nicole Edmiaston has committed to Florida State.
The standout first baseman is coming off a dominant 2026 season.
Edmiaston said Florida State felt like the right place to continue growing both on and off the field.
She becomes one of the Seminoles' first major transfer additions of the offseason.
🏆 A Record-Breaking Season
Edmiaston was named Atlantic Sun Player of the Year and Offensive Player of the Year.
She also earned First-Team NFCA All-Region honors.
The junior started all 57 games for Stetson.
Her offensive production was among the best in the country.
📈 Elite Numbers at the Plate
Hit .453 with a .561 on-base percentage and .900 slugging percentage.
Set Stetson single-season records in all three categories.
Launched 23 home runs and drove in 70 RBIs.
Finished with 77 hits, 41 walks, and 153 total bases.
Established herself as one of the most dangerous hitters in the transfer portal.
🧤 Production on Both Sides
Primarily played first base for the Hatters.
Posted a .988 fielding percentage.
Started every game she appeared in during the 2026 season.
Brings both offensive firepower and defensive reliability to Florida State's roster.
🔄 An Important Portal Win
Florida State entered the offseason needing to replace significant offensive production.
The departures of Isa Torres and Jaysoni Beachum created major questions throughout the lineup.
Edmiaston immediately helps address some of those concerns.
She arrives in Tallahassee after previously spending two seasons at Florida Southwestern State before transferring to Stetson.
Why It Matters: Florida State's offseason was always going to be defined by how it responded to losing some of the program's biggest stars. Landing Nicole Edmiaston is exactly the type of move Seminole fans hoped to see. You don't fully replace players like Isa Torres and Jaysoni Beachum with one addition, but adding one of the nation's most productive hitters is a strong start as Lonni Alameda begins rebuilding the lineup for 2027.
Florida State will have an opportunity to make an impression on one of the top young offensive linemen in the country later this month.
⭐ Blue-Chip Prospect Headed to Tallahassee
Four-star offensive tackle Nation Farmer plans to attend Florida State's Elite Camp on June 21.
The IMG Academy standout is one of the highest-rated prospects in the 2028 recruiting class.
His visit comes just before the summer recruiting dead period begins.
Florida State will get a valuable opportunity to further strengthen its relationship with the talented lineman.
💪 One of the Nation's Best
Farmer holds a 91 rating from 247Sports.
He is ranked as the No. 31 overall prospect nationally in the 2028 class.
He also checks in as the No. 4 offensive tackle and No. 6 player in Florida.
At 6-foot-4.5 and 303 pounds, he already possesses the size and physical tools that major programs covet.
🏹 Herb Hand Gets His Opportunity
Offensive line coach Herb Hand has been involved in Farmer's recruitment since Florida State offered in January.
The Elite Camp will allow Hand to evaluate him in person once again.
Florida State has positioned itself among the programs standing out early in his recruitment.
Building relationships now could pay dividends as his recruitment develops over the next few years.
🔥 National Recruiting Battle Already Forming
Farmer's offer list already reads like a who's who of college football.
Ohio State, Florida, Michigan, Penn State, LSU, Oregon, Texas A&M, Auburn, and Tennessee are among the schools pursuing him.
Auburn recently extended an offer during a visit this week.
Florida State remains firmly in the mix as competition for the elite tackle continues to grow.
📈 Another Important Camp Visitor
The Seminoles continue to attract high-level talent to campus throughout camp season.
Farmer is one of the most notable prospects expected to attend the June 21 event.
His visit gives Florida State another chance to make an early impression on a player many believe will become one of the top recruits in the country.
Why It Matters: Recruiting offensive linemen at a high level is critical for Florida State's long-term success, and Nation Farmer is exactly the type of prospect programs build classes around (and has an awesome name). It's still very early in his recruitment, but getting one of the nation's top 2028 offensive tackles back on campus is a positive sign for Herb Hand and the Seminoles as they continue building relationships with future blue-chip targets.
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Florida State may have found exactly the type of offensive weapon Mike Norvell loves building around when it landed four-star prospect Jayden Miles.
⚡ More Than a Traditional Running Back
Miles arrives with a unique skill set for a 6-foot-2, 203-pound prospect.
The Louisiana standout has experience lining up at running back, wildcat quarterback, and receiver.
His versatility was a major reason Florida State prioritized him throughout the recruiting process.
He gives the Seminoles another offensive chess piece capable of creating mismatches in multiple ways.
👐 A Missing Element in the Backfield
One area Florida State's offense lacked last season was consistent production from running backs in the passing game.
Seminole running backs combined for just 37 receptions in 2026.
By comparison, Trey Benson and Lawrance Toafili combined for 41 catches in 2023 alone.
Miles has the receiving ability to potentially help restore that element to the offense in future seasons.
🎨 Built for Norvell's System
Mike Norvell has long described his offense as one built around playmakers rather than rigid positions.
Throughout his coaching career, he has consistently adapted his scheme to fit the strengths of his personnel.
Miles' ability to run, catch, and operate in space aligns well with that philosophy.
His versatility could allow Florida State to deploy him in a variety of roles once he arrives on campus.
📈 A Potential Long-Term Successor
Florida State added Texas transfer Quintrevion Wisner this offseason in part because of his pass-catching ability.
Wisner recorded 66 receptions during his career at Texas.
Miles possesses a similar all-purpose skill set that could eventually allow him to fill a comparable role.
The Seminoles appear to view him as more than just a traditional between-the-tackles runner.
🔥 Another Important Recruiting Win
Miles committed during a productive stretch on the recruiting trail for Florida State.
He chose the Seminoles over programs such as Ohio State, Auburn, LSU, Kentucky, and Texas Tech.
His commitment further strengthens a 2027 class that has gained momentum over the past week.
The addition gives Florida State another blue-chip offensive playmaker with significant upside.
Why It Matters: Recruiting rankings tell part of the story, but fit matters too. Jayden Miles brings a skill set that appears tailor-made for what Mike Norvell has traditionally wanted from his running backs. Whether lining up in the backfield, catching passes out of the slot, or creating explosive plays in space, Miles has the versatility to become a valuable piece of Florida State's offense for years to come.
Florida State's recruiting momentum has accelerated quickly over the past week, and one current commit is already hinting that more good news could be on the way.
🔥 A Week of Momentum
The Seminoles have added four-star running back Jayden Miles, four-star linebacker Jernard Albright, and four-star wide receiver Sean Green in recent days.
The string of commitments has injected new energy into Florida State's 2027 recruiting class.
After Green announced his pledge, quarterback commit Logan Flaherty took to social media with a simple message: "And we ain't done yet."
Naturally, that has fans wondering who could be next.
🏃 Marquis Fennell Remains a Major Target
Three-star athlete Marquis Fennell is one of Florida State's top remaining offensive priorities.
The Georgia standout totaled more than 2,200 all-purpose yards and 33 touchdowns as a junior.
FSU has pitched him as a versatile offensive weapon capable of contributing at both running back and receiver.
His commitment decision is currently scheduled for June 25.
💪 Jason Lewis Trending Toward Tallahassee
Defensive lineman Jason Lewis continues to be one of Florida State's top defensive targets.
Lewis recently stated that Florida State sits at the top of his board following his official visit.
The Seminoles already hold multiple Crystal Ball predictions in their favor.
His commitment announcement is scheduled for July 10.
🎯 Another Receiver Still on the Board
Florida State may not be finished at wide receiver despite landing Sean Green.
Three-star receiver Majay Thompson remains a name to watch.
The Seminoles would like to add another pass-catcher to pair with Green in the class.
Competition remains strong, with programs such as Georgia, Alabama, and Wake Forest involved.
🍢 Flaherty Continues Recruiting
Flaherty has emerged as one of Florida State's most active peer recruiters.
He spent time with both Green and other priority targets during official visit weekends.
The quarterback has consistently used social media to help build excitement around the class.
As recruiting season heats up, his role could continue to grow.
Why It Matters: Recruiting momentum can snowball quickly, and Florida State appears to have some positive energy working in its favor. While no commitments are guaranteed, prospects such as Marquis Fennell and Jason Lewis represent realistic opportunities for the Seminoles to continue building on what has already been a much-needed recruiting surge. If Logan Flaherty's confidence proves accurate, the recent run of good news may not be finished just yet.
And that’s a wrap!
As we move deeper into the summer, Florida State continues to rack up national recognition across multiple sports while the recruiting trail remains active. From All-Americans adding to their résumés to coaches laying the foundation for future classes, there’s no shortage of reasons for optimism around Tallahassee.
We'll keep tracking the latest developments as recruiting season heats up and postseason honors continue to roll in.
As always, thanks for reading and Go Noles! 🍢🏹
