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Happy First Tuesday of March, Seminole!

All sports are in action and there’s a major update regarding FSU staying in the ACC.

🏆 FSU Track & Field took home three ACC titles at the Indoor Championships.
⛳ FSU Men’s Golf surged into third place at the Cabo Collegiate after a stellar second round.
⚾ FSU Baseball remains perfect at 11-0 and prepares for two midweek home matchups.
🏀 Makayla Timpson is unstoppable, earning ACC Player of the Week honors after a record-breaking stretch.
💰 FSU & Clemson reach a settlement with the ACC, bringing major financial implications for the Seminoles’ future.
🏈 Recruiting never stops, and we have fresh intel from the Under Armour Miami Camp.

🔥 Buckle up, ‘Noles fans—let’s dive in!

⛳ No. 21 FSU Men’s Golf Surges to Third at Cabo Collegiate

Florida State put together a stellar second round at the Cabo Collegiate, posting the lowest team score of the day (7-under, 277) to climb into third place at the Twin Dolphin Club.

🔥 Round 2 Highlights:

• Tyler Weaver (-7, 135) – Fired a 66 (-5) with six birdies, taking a one-stroke lead atop the leaderboard.

• Jack Bigham & Carson Brewer (+3, T25) – Both shot 72, staying steady in the middle of the pack.

• Gray Albright (+6, T43) – Bounced back with a 68 after struggling in Round 1.

• Michael Mays (+6, T43) – Matched his first-round score with another 74.

📊 Leaderboard (After Round 2):
1️⃣ No. 2 Arizona State (-7)
2️⃣ No. 6 Oklahoma State (-3)
3️⃣ No. 21 Florida State (-1)

📅 What’s Next?
The Seminoles look to build on their momentum in Tuesday’s final round, teeing off at 10:30 AM.

🔗 More on FSU Golf’s big second round here.

🏆 FSU Track & Field Secures Three ACC Titles at Indoor Championships

Florida State wrapped up the 2025 ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships with a dominant final day, claiming three individual titles and multiple podium finishes.

🔥 ACC Champions:

• Andre Korbmacher – Men’s 60m Hurdles Champion 🥇 (7.58, 3rd-fastest in FSU history)

• Shenese Walker – Women’s 60m Champion 🥇 (7.21, back-to-back titles)

• Kyvon Tatham – Men’s Triple Jump Champion 🥇 (15.83m / 51-11¼)

🥈 Silver Medalists:

• Tyson Williams – Men’s 60m Hurdles (7.61, Seminoles go 1-2 in the event)

• Shenese Walker – Women’s 200m (23.26, 5th-fastest in FSU history)

• Women’s 4x400 Relay (Ferguson, Green, Wilson, Liburd) – 3:33.07

🥉 Bronze Medalists:

• Michai Danzy – Men’s 400m (46.06, 3rd-fastest in FSU history)

• Lucy May Sleeman – Women’s 60m (7.32)

• Jaiden Rollins – Men’s 60m (6.64, lifetime best)

📊 Final Team Standings:

• Men’s Team – 3rd place (64 points)

• Women’s Team – 5th place (54 points)

📅 What’s Next?
The Seminoles now turn their attention to the NCAA Indoor Championships in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

🔗 More on FSU’s ACC Championship performance here.

🏀 Makayla Timpson Named ACC Player of the Week

For the second time this season, Makayla Timpson has been named ACC Player of the Week, following a dominant stretch that helped Florida State secure the No. 4 seed in the ACC Tournament and rise to No. 22 in the AP Poll.

🔥 Timpson’s Week in Review:

• vs. No. 3 Notre Dame – 22 PTS, 17 REB (Led FSU to historic 86-81 road upset)

• vs. No. 16 Duke – 25 PTS, 8 REB

🏆 Milestone Achievements:

• FSU’s All-Time Rebounds Leader (1,066) – Passed Natasha Howard (1,046)

• 15th Double-Double of the Season (46th career) – 2nd-most in the ACC

• First Time in Program History Beating Ranked Opponents in Back-to-Back Road Games

📊 2024-25 Regular Season Averages:

• 17.7 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 55% FG

📅 What’s Next?
Timpson and the No. 4-seeded Seminoles begin their ACC Tournament run Friday at 11 AM ET on ESPN2.

🔗 More on Timpson’s award-winning week here.

⚾ No. 6 FSU Baseball Set for Midweek Matchups vs. UNF & Bethune-Cookman

The undefeated Seminoles (11-0) return to Dick Howser Stadium for their first midweek home games of the season, hosting North Florida (March 4, 6 PM) and Bethune-Cookman (March 5, 4 PM).

🔥 Game Info & Promotions:

• 📺 Watch → ACC Network Extra (Both Games)

• 🎧 Listen → FSU Gameday App, Seminole Sports Network

• 🍽 Tuesday Special → $3 Concessions & Mardi Gras Beads 🎭

• 🎯 Wednesday Perk → Spear It Rewards game for FSU students

🔥 FSU’s Hot Start by the Numbers:

• Batting: .339 AVG | 134 H | 14 HR | 100 Runs | 21 SB

• Pitching: 2.06 ERA | 132 K | 63 H in 96.0 IP

• Standout Players:

  • Alex Lodise (.438 AVG, 21 H, 4 HR) – Leads team in hits & homers

  • Gage Harrelson (.380 AVG, 15 RBI) – Hit safely in all 11 games

  • Joey Volini (3-0, 1.10 ERA, 24 K) – Dominant in three starts

  • Maison Martinez (1.29 ERA, 10 K in 7.0 IP) – Key bullpen weapon

🔥 Matchups to Watch:

📅 Tuesday vs. UNF (6 PM)

• FSU → Jr. RHP Evan Chrest (1-0, 3.72 ERA)

• UNF → Jr. RHP Clay Hendry (1-1, 4.91 ERA)

📅 Wednesday vs. Bethune-Cookman (4 PM)

• Starters: TBA

🔥 Series History:

• FSU vs. UNF: 12-4 all-time (11-2 in Tallahassee)

• FSU vs. BC: 8-0 all-time

📅 What’s Next?
FSU wraps up non-conference home play with a three-game series vs. Lipscomb (March 7-9).

🔗 More on FSU Baseball’s upcoming schedule here.

🏈 FSU & Clemson Settle with ACC: What It Means for the Future

After more than a year of legal battles, Florida State and Clemson are set to settle their dispute with the ACC, per an ESPN report. The agreement includes a new revenue-distribution model and lower exit fees for schools looking to leave before the ACC's Grant of Rights expires in 2036.

🔥 Key Details of the Settlement:

📺 More Money for Big Brands

• A "brand initiative" will allocate 60% of TV revenue based on viewership, meaning top programs like FSU could earn an extra $15 million+ annually.

• Teams with lower viewership may see deductions of up to $7 million in annual payouts.

💰 Bridging the SEC & Big Ten Gap

• SEC/Big Ten schools are expected to earn $60-70 million annually from TV deals, while ACC teams were set to earn $45 million.

• With this new model, FSU could earn close to SEC/Big Ten money if it remains a top-rated program.

🚪 Lower Exit Fees, More Flexibility

• The cost to leave the ACC after the 2029-30 season will drop below $100 million, significantly lower than previous projections.

• This aligns with major TV deal renewals in 2029-2031, allowing FSU to explore conference realignment if needed.

🔍 What’s Next for FSU?
FSU fought for more revenue and competitive balance while keeping future conference realignment options open. While it didn't secure an immediate ACC exit, it won financial leverage and positioned itself for a more stable future.

🔗 More on FSU’s settlement with the ACC here and here

🏈 FSU’s Recruiting Intel from Under Armour Miami Camp

Florida State remains highly active on the recruiting trail, prioritizing South Florida talent at the recent Under Armour Miami Camp. With multiple key targets in attendance, the Seminoles made their presence felt.

🔥 Key Takeaways from Miami:

✅ FSU in a Strong Spot for 3⭐ EDGE Kamron Wilson

• Long, athletic pass rusher who will take an official visit to FSU (June 20-22).

• Needs to add size but has the frame to develop into a difference-maker.

✅ 4⭐ LB Duyon Forkpa Jr. Shines, FSU a Major Player

• Won LB MVP honors at the camp and reportedly ran a 4.44 40-yard dash.

• FSU is battling Michigan, Cincinnati, USF, and Minnesota for his commitment.

✅ FSU Pushing for 4⭐ WR Calvin Russell

• Miami has the early edge, but FSU is in play for a spring visit.

• Russell will take his recruitment to Signing Day and visit seven schools this spring.

✅ FSU a Contender for 3⭐ WR Jasen Lopez

• The Chaminade Madonna standout racked up 1,300 yards & 14 TDs last season.

• Miami is a big threat, but FSU WR coach Tim Harris Jr. has a strong connection.

✅ FSU Working to Secure 3⭐ WR Larry Miles

• A top performer at multiple events, FSU is scheduling an official visit.

• Kentucky, Louisville, and Pitt are also in the mix.

✅ 4⭐ LB Adam Balogoun-Ali Still Has FSU in the Mix

• Not visiting FSU this spring but is a strong candidate for a summer official visit.

• Has high praise for DC Tony White & LB coach John Papuchis.

✅ 3⭐ S Xavier Lherisse (Oregon Commit) Will Visit FSU

• Despite his Oregon pledge, FSU will host him on an official visit (June 20-22).

• Notre Dame and Auburn are also in the mix.

🚨 FSU DB Commits Holding Strong, But Alabama & Miami Lurking

• 3⭐ S Darryl Bell III (Hialeah, FL) – Alabama is pushing hard; official visits set.

• 3⭐ DB Tedarius Hughes (Miami Northwestern, FL) – Miami & Syracuse are pressing.

👀 FSU’s Chances with Other Targets

• Texas 4⭐ QB Dia Bell (Texas commit) is still in contact with FSU but unlikely to visit.

• FSU not a major player for 4⭐ RBs Derrek Cooper & Javian Mallory.

• 4⭐ EDGE Jake Kreul likely choosing between Miami or Florida if he stays in-state.

🔗 More on FSU’s South Florida recruiting push here.

And that’s a wrap!

From ACC champions to recruiting battles heating up, it’s been another big week for the Seminoles. With FSU Baseball still undefeated, FSU Track & Field bringing home gold, and major moves on the conference front, there’s no slowing down in Tallahassee.

Stay locked in for more game updates, recruiting buzz, and behind-the-scenes action as we roll into another huge week for the ‘Noles!

📅 What’s Next?
⚾ FSU Baseball looks to stay perfect in midweek matchups.
🏀 FSU Women’s Hoops begins its ACC Tournament run.
⛳ FSU Golf wraps up the Cabo Collegiate.
🏈 Recruiting visits & spring football ramp up!

📣 Which headline has you most fired up? Let us know in today’s poll!

Until next time, Go ‘Noles! 🍢🔥