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Happy Thursday Seminole! Here’s what’s on the docket for you today:

🏌️‍♂️ FSU Men's Golf Falls Short in NCAA National Championship 🏌️‍♂️

No. 5 National Seed Florida State Men's Golf narrowly missed the NCAA Golf National Championship, falling to Auburn, 3-2, at Omni La Costa North Course. Despite the loss, the Seminoles made history, reaching their first National Championship Match and achieving consecutive Match Play appearances for the first time.

🏈 FSU's Primetime Showdown Against Notre Dame Set for November 9 🏈

Florida State’s November 9 game at Notre Dame is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff on NBC and Peacock. The Seminoles, defending ACC champions, aim to continue their strong performance from a 13-0 regular season in 2023.

🥎 FSU Softball Stars Named All-Americans 🥎

For the sixth time in eight seasons, Florida State softball boasts multiple All-Americans. Jaysoni Beachum and Michaela Edenfield earned Second and Third Team All-America honors, respectively, under Coach Lonni Alameda’s leadership.

🎾 FSU Women's Tennis Shines in National Rankings 🎾

The No. 22 Florida State women's tennis team concluded the spring season with impressive ITA national singles and doubles rankings, securing nine wins over ranked opponents and advancing to the ACC Tournament semifinal.

🥎 Four Seminoles Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors 🥎

Four Florida State athletes, Devyn Flaherty, Kaley Mudge, Amaya Ross, and Emma Wilson, were named to the CSC Academic All-District team for their excellence both on and off the field, now eligible for Academic All-America status.

🏃‍♂️ Bob Braman Announces Retirement from Coaching at Florida State 🏃‍♂️

Legendary FSU Track & Field and Cross Country head coach Bob Braman announced his retirement, concluding a storied 21-year tenure at FSU. Braman led FSU to three NCAA men's outdoor national titles and a record 33 ACC championships.

🏈 Dallas Wilson Schedules Fall Official Visit to FSU 🏈

Five-star WR Dallas Wilson from Tampa Bay Tech plans to visit FSU during the final home game against Florida on November 30, aiming for a lasting impression before the early signing period in December.

⚾ FSU Baseball Previewing the Tallahassee Regional ⚾

The journey to the College World Series begins this weekend with the 2024 NCAA Baseball Tournament. No. 8 seed Florida State will host Alabama, UCF, and Stetson in the Tallahassee Regional. The Seminoles start their campaign against Stetson on Friday at noon.

🏌️‍♂️ FSU Men's Golf Falls Short in NCAA National Championship 🏌️‍♂️

No. 5 National Seed Florida State Men's Golf narrowly missed the NCAA Golf National Championship, falling to Auburn, 3-2, at Omni La Costa North Course. Auburn's J.M. Butler defeated Luke Clanton on the 17th hole, sealing FSU's fate.

Despite the loss, the Seminoles made history, reaching their first National Championship Match and achieving consecutive Match Play appearances for the first time. Coach Trey Jones expressed pride despite the disappointment, acknowledging the team's consistent top-five finishes throughout the year.

Key Highlights:

• Tyler Weaver: Went 3-0 in Match Play, including a 2&1 win over Josiah Gilbert.

• Cole Anderson: Secured a 1UP victory over Carson Bacha, holding off a late rally.

• Senior Class: Anderson, Frederik Kjettrup, Brett Roberts, and Gray Albright concluded decorated careers with multiple NCAA appearances.

• Luke Clanton: Named Division I PING First-Team All-American, becoming the first Seminole to win three consecutive tournaments.

🏈 FSU's Primetime Showdown Against Notre Dame Set for November 9 🏈

Florida State’s November 9 game at Notre Dame is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff on NBC and Peacock. The Seminoles lead the all-time series 6-5, with their first meeting in 1981. This marks the third game at Notre Dame Stadium in the last four matchups.

2024 Game Times:

• Season Opener: August 24 vs. Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland, at noon ET on ESPN.

• Home Opener: September 2 vs. Boston College at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

• Notre Dame Game: November 9 at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

The defending ACC champions look to continue their strong performance from a 13-0 regular season in 2023.

🥎 FSU Softball Stars Named All-Americans 🥎

For the sixth time in eight seasons, Florida State softball boasts multiple All-Americans. Jaysoni Beachum and Michaela Edenfield earned Second and Third Team All-America honors, respectively.

Jaysoni Beachum:

• Accolades: Second Team All-American, National Freshman of the Year.

• Stats: .417 BA, 16 HR, 66 RBI (FSU freshman record).

• Historic Achievement: Third true freshman in FSU history to earn All-America status.

Michaela Edenfield:

• Accolades: Third Team All-American.

• Stats: .381 BA, 15 HR, 46 RBI.

• Performance: Overcame a broken finger to finish strong, hitting .333 with 4 HR and 12 RBI in her final 15 games.

Under Coach Lonni Alameda, FSU continues its legacy of excellence with 24 All-America honors.

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🎾 FSU Women's Tennis Shines in National Rankings 🎾

The No. 22 Florida State women's tennis team concluded the spring season with impressive ITA national singles and doubles rankings.

Singles Rankings:

• Vic Allen: Ranked 21st, with 16 victories, including seven over ranked opponents.

• Ellie Schoppe: Ranked 48th, with 15 wins and three victories over top-25 opponents.

Doubles Rankings:

• Millie Bissett & Vic Allen: Ranked 16th, with 14 victories, reaching the NCAA Doubles Championship round of 16.

• Anna Arkadinaou & Vic Allen: Ranked 85th, with notable victories over No. 20 Tennessee and No. 14 Duke pairs.

Team Achievements:

• Nine wins over ranked opponents.

• Advanced to the 20th ACC Tournament semifinal in program history.

• Reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the seventh consecutive postseason.

🥎 Four Seminoles Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors 🥎

Four Florida State athletes, Devyn Flaherty, Kaley Mudge, Amaya Ross, and Emma Wilson, were named to the CSC Academic All-District team for their excellence both on and off the field. To qualify, athletes must maintain a GPA of 3.50 or higher and meet specific participation criteria. These Seminoles are now eligible for Academic All-America status.

Key Highlights:

• Kaley Mudge: First Team All-ACC, .333 batting average, .400 in ACC play.

• Devyn Flaherty: .329 batting average, 16 RBIs, 16 stolen bases, over 100 career stolen bases.

• Amaya Ross: .322 batting average, 8 home runs, ACC-leading 28 stolen bases.

• Emma Wilson: 22 appearances, 4-2 record, 5.16 ERA.

🏃‍♂️ Bob Braman Announces Retirement from Coaching at Florida State 🏃‍♂️

Legendary FSU Track & Field and Cross Country head coach Bob Braman announced his retirement, concluding a storied 21-year tenure at FSU after the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships next week. Braman led FSU to three NCAA men's outdoor national titles and a record 33 ACC championships.

Career Highlights:

• National Titles: Three NCAA men's outdoor titles (2006, 2007, 2008)

• Conference Titles: 33 ACC championships

• Individual Accolades: Two Bowerman Award winners, 40 individual NCAA national titles, 428 All-American honors

Quotes:

• Bob Braman: "It's been my privilege to live my dream of being a collegiate coach for 41 years."

• Michael Alford: "All Seminoles owe Bob a debt of gratitude for the class and dignity with which he led our program."

A national search for Braman’s successor will begin immediately.

🏈 Dallas Wilson Schedules Fall Official Visit to FSU 🏈

Florida State strategically schedules official visits, with most occurring in June. However, five-star WR Dallas Wilson from Tampa Bay Tech plans to visit FSU during the final home game against Florida on November 30. This will be Wilson's only in-season official visit, complementing his summer visits to UCF, Miami, Florida, and Oregon.

Recruitment Highlights:

• Current Status: Visiting FSU for the final home game of the regular season

• Other Visits: Scheduled summer visits to UCF, Miami, Florida, and Oregon

• FSU’s Strategy: Aiming for a lasting impression before the early signing period in December

2023 Stats:

• Catches: 49

• Yards: 872

• Touchdowns: 9

ZB's Take:

FSU's approach could be pivotal in securing Wilson before the early signing period. While Miami currently poses the biggest threat to flipping Wilson from Oregon, his visit to FSU could leave a lasting impression.

⚾ FSU Baseball Previewing the Tallahassee Regional ⚾

The journey to the College World Series begins this weekend with the 2024 NCAA Baseball Tournament. No. 8 seed Florida State will host Alabama, UCF, and Stetson in the Tallahassee Regional. The Seminoles start their campaign against Stetson on Friday at noon.

Tallahassee Regional Breakdown:

Stetson Hatters:

• ERA: 4.95 (No. 49 NCAA)

• Key Pitchers: Aric McAtee (4.48 ERA), Cole Stallings (3.38 ERA, 11 saves), Zane Coppersmith (1.55 ERA)

• Strength: Strong bullpen; weaknesses in strikeout rates.

• Notable Performance: Stetson has held FSU's offense to six runs in two games this season.

UCF Knights:

• ERA: 4.40 (No. 22 NCAA)

• Key Pitchers: Ben Vespi (4.09 ERA, 71 strikeouts), Dominic Castellano (2.73 ERA, 6-0 record), Kris Sosnowski (3.67 ERA)

• Strength: Limiting walks; solid overall pitching staff.

• Key Players: Ben Vespi and Dom Stagliano have been reliable starters, with strong bullpen support from Castellano and Sosnowski.

Alabama Crimson Tide:

• ERA: 5.68

• Key Pitchers: Greg Farone (4.52 ERA), Ben Hess (5.98 ERA, 98 strikeouts), Braylon Myers (2.56 ERA)

• Weakness: High ERA and home runs allowed; inconsistent performance.

• Notable Performance: Farone and Hess lead the rotation, while Braylon Myers has been effective in relief.

Florida State Seminoles:

• Key Players: Cam Smith (.397 BA), James Tibbs (25 HRs), solid hitting lineup.

• Strength: Potent offense capable of overwhelming opponents.

• Notable Performance: FSU has been strong offensively, with standout performances from Smith and Tibbs.

Matchups:

• Friday at noon: Florida State vs. Stetson

• Friday evening: UCF vs. Alabama

And that’s a wrap!

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

We’re saying goodbye to a legend and the girls softball and men’s golf have officially come to a close.

Stay tuned for more exciting news, and don’t forget to mark your calendars for the upcoming events.

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