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Here’s what’s on the shorter docket for today:

🥎 Seminoles Rally for Comeback Win in Tallahassee Regional 🥎

Florida State Softball Triumphs Over Chattanooga: The No. 15 Florida State softball team (44-14) secured a 3-2 comeback victory against Chattanooga (42-15) in the first round of the 2024 Tallahassee Regional at JoAnne Graf Field. This win propels the Seminoles to face UCF in the next round tomorrow at 1 p.m.

⚾ Seminoles Secure Series Win Against Georgia Tech ⚾

Florida State Clinches ACC Series with Dominant Performance: No. 10 Florida State (39-13, 17-11 ACC) triumphed over Georgia Tech (30-21, 14-15 ACC) with an 11-3 victory in the first game of Friday's doubleheader. The second game, halted due to lightning, will resume on Saturday with FSU leading 7-6.

⛳ Lottie Woad Leads, FSU Tied for Ninth in NCAA Championship ⛳

Stellar First Round Performance by Lottie Woad: National Player of the Year finalist Lottie Woad shot a career-low 65, leading the individual standings by one stroke at the NCAA Division I Women's Golf Championship. Woad's exceptional round included eight birdies, tying the school record for a single round.

🎮 EA Sports Unveils Trailer for College Football 25 🎮

Game Overview: EA Sports released the highly anticipated trailer for College Football 25, the first installment since NCAA14, set to release on July 19 (or July 16 for premium editions). The game will feature real college players, including your favorite Florida State athletes.

🏈 Florida State Challenges NCAA NIL Penalties 🏈

Overview: Florida State University has petitioned the NCAA's penalties related to NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) recruiting violations. This follows Florida joining a multi-state case against the NCAA's enforcement of its NIL rules.

🥎 Seminoles Rally for Comeback Win in Tallahassee Regional 🥎

Florida State Softball Triumphs Over Chattanooga The No. 15 Florida State softball team (44-14) secured a 3-2 comeback victory against Chattanooga (42-15) in the first round of the 2024 Tallahassee Regional at JoAnne Graf Field. This win propels the Seminoles to face UCF in the next round tomorrow at 1 p.m.

Game Recap: In a classic pitcher's duel, the game remained scoreless for the first three innings. Chattanooga broke through in the fourth with a two-run double, but FSU responded in the fifth. Jahni Kerr's triple and Hallie Wacaser's infield single cut the lead to 2-1. In the sixth, Kalei Harding walked, Michaela Edenfield singled, and Isa Torres's sacrifice fly tied the game. Devyn Flaherty then delivered a clutch triple, giving FSU the lead.

Pitching Performance:

• Allison Royalty: Started the game, pitching 4.1 innings, allowing just three hits.

• Ashtyn Danley: Closed the game with 2.2 scoreless innings, striking out three batters and securing the win.

Key Plays:

• Fifth Inning: Jahni Kerr's triple and Hallie Wacaser's RBI single.

• Sixth Inning: Isa Torres's sacrifice fly and Devyn Flaherty's go-ahead triple.

• Seventh Inning: Ashtyn Danley's dominant pitching, including a strikeout to end the game.

Next Game: Florida State will play UCF tomorrow at 1 p.m. for a spot in the Regional Final.

⚾ Seminoles Secure Series Win Against Georgia Tech ⚾

Florida State Clinches ACC Series with Dominant Performance No. 10 Florida State (39-13, 17-11 ACC) triumphed over Georgia Tech (30-21, 14-15 ACC) with an 11-3 victory in the first game of Friday's doubleheader. The second game, halted due to lightning, will resume on Saturday with FSU leading 7-6.

Game One Highlights:

• Explosive Third Inning: FSU scored eight runs, with Jaime Ferrer's three-run homer and Max Williams's three-run double leading the charge.

• Cam Smith: Extended his multi-hit streak to five games, going 3-for-5.

• Carson Dorsey: Pitched 6.0 innings, allowing three runs and earning his fifth win of the season.

Game Two Highlights:

• James Tibbs III: Hit his 24th home run, leading the ACC this season.

• Comeback Effort: FSU erased a 5-0 deficit with a five-run fourth inning and retook the lead in the seventh before the game was paused.

Scoring Summary:

• Game One: FSU's eight-run third inning secured an 11-3 victory.

• Game Two: Tibbs's homer and Dinges's RBI fielder's choice gave FSU a 7-6 lead before the suspension.

Next Steps:

• Resumption: The suspended game will resume Saturday at 2:00 p.m.

• ACC Tournament: FSU, currently the three-seed, will compete in the ACC Championship next week in Charlotte.

⛳ Lottie Woad Leads, FSU Tied for Ninth in NCAA Championship ⛳

Stellar First Round Performance by Lottie Woad National Player of the Year finalist Lottie Woad shot a career-low 65, leading the individual standings by one stroke at the NCAA Division I Women's Golf Championship. Woad's exceptional round included eight birdies, tying the school record for a single round.

Team Standings and Highlights:

• Alice Hodge: Carded an even-par 72, recovering from an early double bogey.

• FSU's Position: Tied for ninth place after the first round.

• Coach Amy Bond: Praised Woad's and Hodge's performances, emphasizing their resilience and skill.

Championship Format:

• Stroke Play: Three rounds to cut the field to 15 teams.

• Match Play: Top eight teams compete to determine the national champion.

• FSU's History: One of only four teams to play in the last eight NCAA Championship Finals, consistently finishing in the top 10 in recent years.

Next Steps: FSU will tee off at 3:00 p.m. (ET) for the second round, aiming to improve their standing and secure a spot in the top 15.

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🎮 EA Sports Unveils Trailer for College Football 25 🎮

Game Overview: EA Sports released the highly anticipated trailer for College Football 25, the first installment since NCAA14, set to release on July 19 (or July 16 for premium editions). The game will feature real college players, including your favorite Florida State athletes.

Highlights:

• Player Inclusion: Real college players are now part of the game.

• Florida State Representation: The trailer showcased projected running back Roydell Williams navigating through a Cal defense.

Trailer: Watch the full trailer here.

🏈 Florida State Challenges NCAA NIL Penalties 🏈

Overview: Florida State University has petitioned the NCAA's penalties related to NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) recruiting violations. This follows Florida joining a multi-state case against the NCAA's enforcement of its NIL rules.

Background:

• Initial Filing: Tennessee and Virginia were first to file an antitrust suit against the NCAA, causing a pause in NIL-related cases.

• FSU's Involvement: FSU's penalties stem from the recruitment of Amarius Mims in 2022, resulting in a three-game suspension for OC Alex Atkins, scholarship restrictions, and more.

FSU's Stance:

• Petition Details: FSU agrees to serve probation and suspend Atkins but contests other penalties including fines and scholarship restrictions.

• Athletic Director's Comment: Michael Alford mentioned the case is out of his hands during the ACC Spring Meetings.

Key Quote: "FSU should not be the only institution penalized simply because it was first in the queue..."

And that’s a wrap!

We hope you enjoyed the updates and highlights from Florida State sports.

Be sure to tune in tomorrow for more exciting news and coverage.

Stay spirited, stay informed, and go Noles! 🌟