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Today’s Poll
Should FSU continue hosting large non-football events at Doak year-round?
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Happy Tuesday and St. Patrick’s Day, Seminole!
Here’s what’s on your lucky docket for today:
⚾🏆 Beard Goes National 🏆⚾
Trey Beard delivers a historic outing at Wake Forest, earning both ACC and national honors while emerging as FSU’s true ace.
⛳📈 Golf in Control 📈⛳
Men’s golf holds the lead at the Seminole Intercollegiate, with multiple Noles in contention heading into the final round.
🎾📉 Tennis Falls, Fight Remains 📉🎾
Women’s tennis drops a 4–0 match to Miami, but showed competitive flashes before several matches were cut short.
⚾🏠 Back to Howser 🏠⚾
Baseball returns home riding momentum, looking to stay perfect in Tallahassee against Bethune-Cookman.
⚾📈 Rankings Surge 📈⚾
After a statement sweep of Wake Forest, the Noles jump into the top 10 conversation nationally.
🏀🔄 Roster Reset Begins 🔄🏀
With six seniors departing, Florida State enters a pivotal offseason as Loucks reshapes the roster.
🏈🏆 Travis Honored 🏆🏈
Jordan Travis’ legacy grows with Hall of Fame recognition, cementing his journey from overlooked recruit to FSU icon.
🏟️💰 Doak Paying Off 💰🏟️
FSU’s facility investments are already generating revenue and boosting the local economy through major events.
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⚾🏆 Beard Earns National & ACC Honors After Dominant Outing 🏆⚾
Florida State ace Trey Beard is getting national recognition after his historic performance powered the Noles to a sweep at Wake Forest.
🔥 Award-Winning Performance
Named ACC Pitcher of the Week
Named Golden Spikes x D1 Baseball National Player of the Week
First weekly honors of his career and first for FSU this season
💪 Dominance vs. No. 12 Wake
6.2 IP, 1 hit, 14 strikeouts (career-high)
Took a no-hitter into the 6th inning
Allowed just two baserunners in ACC debut
📊 Season Momentum
1.89 ERA, 2–0 record across 19.0 innings
28 strikeouts to just 5 walks
Has gone 5+ innings in all three starts
🚀 Bigger Picture
Anchored back-to-back shutouts in ACC opener series
Key piece in FSU’s sweep of a top-15 Wake Forest team
First ACC back-to-back shutouts since 2000
🧠 Why It Matters: Beard’s emergence as a dominant, nationally recognized arm gives Florida State a true ace heading into the heart of ACC play and raises the ceiling of an already dangerous roster.
⛳📈 Noles Hold Lead Entering Final Round 📈⛳
Florida State remains in control at the Seminole Intercollegiate, holding the top spot heading into Tuesday’s final round.
⭐ Leaderboard Update
FSU leads at 4-under (572) through two rounds
Maintained position despite weather delays and windy conditions
💪 Top Performers
Tyler Weaver: 4-under (T-3), shot 68 in round two
Wilmer Edero: 1-under (T-4) after a 70 with three straight birdies
Carson Brewer: Even par (T-4)
📊 Supporting Scores
Jack Whaley: +3 (T-19)
Jack Bigham: +4 (T-29)
⏱️ Final Round Ahead
Play resumes Tuesday at 9:20 a.m.
🧠 Why It Matters: Florida State is in prime position to defend home turf, with multiple players near the top of the leaderboard heading into the final round.
🎾📉 Noles Fall to No. 29 Miami on the Road 📉🎾
Florida State dropped a 4–0 decision to No. 29 Miami, with several matches left unfinished despite competitive moments.
⭐ Competitive Singles Efforts
Abby Kelliher won first set (6-4) and led 5-0 in second before match ended
Eva Shaw was leading 5-3 in second set vs. No. 94 Raquel Gonzalez when play stopped
📊 Doubles Battle
Cricchio/Deatherage rallied from 4-1 down to tie at 5-5 before play concluded
Miami secured doubles point with wins on courts one and two
📉 Match Outcome
Hurricanes clinched with singles wins on courts 3, 4, and 5
Final score: 4-0 Miami
📅 What’s Next
Hosts No. 21 Virginia (Friday) and Virginia Tech (Sunday)
Both matches at Scott Speicher Tennis Center (free admission)
🧠 Why It Matters: Despite the sweep on paper, Florida State showed fight in multiple unfinished matches as they return home for key ACC opportunities.
⚾🏠 Noles Return Home for Midweek Matchup vs. Bethune-Cookman 🏠⚾
No. 11 Florida State heads back to Dick Howser Stadium for a midweek showdown against Bethune-Cookman following a statement ACC-opening sweep.
⭐ Back in Tallahassee
First pitch set for Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET
FSU is 11-0 at home this season
Seven of next eight games will be played at Howser
💪 Red-Hot Seminoles
16–3 overall, 3–0 in ACC play
Coming off road sweep of No. 12 Wake Forest
Swept all four weekend series to start the year
📊 Balanced Attack
Team hitting .298 with 28 HR and 163 runs scored
Pitching staff holds a 3.57 ERA with 213 strikeouts
Wes Mendes (5–0, 0.63 ERA) and John Abraham (0.50 ERA) leading on mound
🔥 Players to Watch
Myles Bailey: 8 HR, 21 runs scored
Hunter Carns: .357 average
Noah Sheffield: 22 RBI
📚 Series History
FSU is 10–0 all-time vs. Bethune-Cookman
All matchups played in Tallahassee
🧠 Why It Matters: With momentum building and a dominant home record, Florida State has a prime opportunity to stay hot before a top-10 ACC showdown this weekend.
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⚾📈 Noles Climb National Rankings After Statement Sweep 📈⚾
Florida State surged up the national rankings after a dominant road sweep of No. 12 Wake Forest to open ACC play.
⭐ Rankings Rise
Baseball America: No. 10 (↑ from No. 17)
Perfect Game: No. 11 (↑ from No. 15)
D1Baseball: No. 11 (↑ from No. 20)
💥 Statement Week
Bounced back from midweek loss to No. 18 Florida
Opened ACC play with 3-game road sweep of Wake Forest
Outscored Wake 24–6 across the series
📊 Complete Team Production
.298 AVG / .419 OBP / .506 SLG
28 HR, 42 doubles, 20 stolen bases
Pitching: 3.57 ERA, 213 K, opponents hitting just .194
🔒 Consistency Across the Board
Just 15 errors (.977 fielding %)
Balanced offense + elite pitching fueling early success
🧠 What’s Next
Midweek vs. Bethune-Cookman (Tuesday)
Top-10 ACC showdown vs. NC State this weekend
🧠 Why It Matters: Florida State’s dominant start to ACC play is now being reflected nationally, with a top-10 caliber team emerging behind elite balance on both sides.
🏀🔄 Roster Reset Begins After Loucks’ Year One 🔄🏀
Florida State turns the page to the offseason after an 18–15 finish, with major roster turnover and key decisions ahead.
🎓 Major Departures
Six seniors exit, including leading scorer Robert McCray V (16.3 PPG, 200 AST)
Key contributors like Lajae Jones (12.7 PPG, 5.7 REB) and Chauncey Wiggins (13.3 PPG) also move on
Significant production leaves across scoring, rebounding, and leadership
📊 Returning Core
Nine underclassmen remain, led by Martin Somerville (8.0 PPG, 49 steals)
Thomas Bassong emerged as a defensive anchor with high upside
Development questions remain across young guards and frontcourt depth
⭐ Incoming Talent
Four-star signees include Brandon Bass Jr., Collin Paul, and Marcis Ponder
Four-star combo guard Martay Barnes committed after reclassifying
Freshman class ranked among the top in the ACC
🔄 Transfer Portal Focus
FSU expected to aggressively pursue multiple transfers
JUCO target LeAno Rolle already on the radar
Roster construction will hinge on portal additions to replace six seniors
🧠 Why It Matters: With significant departures and a young returning core, Florida State’s offseason, especially in the transfer portal, will define how quickly Loucks can build on late-season momentum.
🏈🏆 Jordan Travis Honored with Hall of Fame Recognition 🏆🏈
Former Seminole quarterback Jordan Travis continues to add to his legacy, earning induction into the Palm Beach County Hall of Fame.
⭐ From Underrated Recruit to FSU Legend
Three-star recruit (No. 889 overall) who began his career at Louisville
Transferred to FSU and rose to prominence after Willie Taggart’s departure
Helped lead FSU back to an ACC Championship under Mike Norvell
📈 Defying the Odds
Once an unlikely NFL prospect, later selected in the NFL Draft by the New York Jets
Development into one of FSU’s most impactful players in recent history
Career cut short by injury, limiting his NFL opportunity
🏆 Full-Circle Recognition
Named FHSAA 3-A Player of the Year and Palm Beach County Player of the Year in high school
Now inducted into Palm Beach County Hall of Fame
Continues to support FSU through donations and recruiting involvement
🧠 Why It Matters: Travis’ journey from overlooked recruit to program-changing quarterback and now Hall of Fame inductee is a testament to development, resilience, and lasting impact at Florida State.
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🏟️💰 Doak Delivering: FSU Investments Already Paying Off 💰🏟️
Florida State’s recent facility investments are already generating returns, with Doak Campbell Stadium emerging as a major revenue and economic driver beyond football.
🎤 Big Events, Bigger Impact
Savannah Bananas drew 60,000 fans to Doak
PBR (Professional Bull Riders) hosted a successful weekend event
Stadium now proving viable for large-scale, non-football events
💵 Revenue + Economic Boost
New events creating additional revenue streams for FSU athletics
Local businesses (like Madison Social) reported double sales compared to last year
Increased foot traffic bringing new visitors to campus and Tallahassee
📊 Flipping the Narrative
Earlier criticism centered on FSU’s debt from facility upgrades
Reality: strong credit rating + low default risk
Investments now showing clear ROI through diversified usage
🚀 Bigger Picture
Positions Doak as a year-round venue for major events
Attracts future partnerships and large-scale bookings
Expands FSU’s role as a key economic engine in the region
🧠 Why It Matters: What looked like aggressive spending is now proving to be strategic investment, unlocking new revenue streams while boosting the local economy and strengthening FSU’s long-term financial position.
And that’s a wrap!
FSU is stacking wins everywhere right now; on the field, on the recruiting trail, and even in the business side of athletics.
From Trey Beard’s emergence as a true ace to Doak turning into a year-round revenue machine, this program is starting to look more complete by the day.
And with baseball surging, football building, and a major basketball reset underway… the next few months could shape a huge year ahead for the Noles.
We’ll be right here breaking it all down.
Go Noles,
The Chief Brief 🏹
