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It’s gameday, Seminole! And last night was triumphant all around - here’s the lowdown:

⚽ FSU Soccer Closes Regular Season with a Win Over Miami ⚽
The Seminoles ended their regular season with a 1-0 victory against Miami, securing a spot in the ACC Women’s Soccer Tournament. Wrianna Hudson's first-half goal, combined with a stellar defensive effort, has FSU riding a four-game winning streak.

🏐 FSU Volleyball Sweeps Cal, Sets Sights on Stanford 🏐
The Noles dominated Cal in a straight-set victory, with standout performances from Kyleene Filimaua and Audrey Koenig. Next, they prepare for a showdown against No. 5 Stanford at Tully Gym, airing on ESPN.

⛳ Lottie Woad Named ACC Women’s Golfer of the Month ⛳
Junior Lottie Woad earns top honors for October after her record-tying performance at the Landfall Tradition. She continues to hold the No. 1 spot in the World Amateur Golf Rankings, leading FSU into the spring season.

🏃‍♀️ FSU Cross Country Wraps Up ACC Championship with All-ACC Honors 🏃‍♂️
Agnes McTighe and Bieke Schipperen secured All-ACC honors as the women’s team improved from last year’s finish. The men’s team saw strong performances as they look ahead to hosting the NCAA South Region Championships in two weeks.

🏈 Redshirt Watch: FSU Players with Limited Game Appearances 🏈
As FSU approaches the season’s end, we break down players preserving redshirt eligibility. Notable mentions include QB Luke Kromenhoek and TE Amaree Williams, each playing in limited games so far.

🌟 Florida State Targets and Top Freshman Football Recruits 🌟
A look at FSU’s key prospects in the 2028 freshman class, including QB Jayden Wade and WR Eric McFarland. With a strong focus on future talent, FSU aims to secure top recruits over the coming years.

🏈 FSU's ACC Finale: Staff Predictions & Matchup Breakdown 🏈
Florida State faces North Carolina in their ACC finale at Doak Campbell Stadium. Predictions from Noles247, Warchant, and Tomahawk Nation are split, with hopes for a strong defensive showing. Will Mack Brown's FSU losing streak hold?

⚽ FSU Soccer Closes Regular Season with a Win Over Miami ⚽

The No. 6 Florida State soccer team (12-2-2, 7-2-1 ACC) wrapped up the regular season with a 1-0 victory against in-state rival Miami on Thursday night. With this win, the Seminoles secured their spot in the 2024 ACC Women’s Soccer Tournament, maintaining their perfect attendance streak in all 30 tournaments since the program began.

Game Highlights:

• Early Chances: Marianyela Jiménez led the offensive charge early, weaving through defenders and forcing a crucial save from the Miami goalkeeper.

• Decisive Goal: Just before halftime, FSU made seven substitutions that immediately paid off. Ashlyn Puerta’s quick throw-in led to a series of skillful flicks from Olivia Lebdaoui and Camille Ashe, setting up Wrianna Hudson for a composed half-volley finish to take the lead.

• Close Calls: In the second half, Solai Washington nearly doubled the score, but her tight-angle shot was blocked by the Miami keeper’s outstretched leg.

Streaks and Standouts:

• The Seminoles extended their winning streak over Miami to five games and ended the regular season with four consecutive wins.

• Wrianna Hudson continues to shine, contributing a point in four straight games, including four goals in her last four matches.

Florida State will host an ACC First Round game on Sunday night against either North Carolina or Notre Dame, with the complete tournament bracket to be released on Friday.

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🏐 FSU Volleyball Sweeps Cal, Sets Sights on Stanford 🏐

The No. 23 Florida State volleyball team (16-5, 8-3) opened its ACC series history against the California Golden Bears (10-13, 2-9) with a commanding sweep (25-23, 25-19, 25-18) at Tully Gym on Friday night.

Match Recap:

• Dramatic First Set: In a tight back-and-forth battle, the Noles found themselves trailing 23-21 before pulling off four consecutive points, ending with a clutch block from Kelsey Perry and Iane Henke to win 25-23.

• Set Two Surge: Florida State came out strong, jumping to a 6-1 lead and eventually cruising to a 25-19 victory to take a 2-0 match lead.

• Closing It Out: Another fast start in the third set saw the Noles lead 6-1. Despite Cal cutting the lead twice, FSU pulled away to win 25-18 and complete the sweep.

Standout Performances:

• The Noles hit an impressive .406, their second-highest hitting percentage of the season.

• Kyleene Filimaua matched her career high with 14 kills on 21 swings, also adding three blocks.

• Audrey Koenig extended her streak to 18 matches with 10 or more kills, finishing with 11 kills on a season-best .500 hitting percentage.

• Taylor Head continued her strong form, logging her sixth double-digit kill match in the last seven games with 11 kills.

Next up, the Noles face a tough challenge against No. 5 Stanford at home on Sunday. First serve is at 1 p.m. on ESPN.

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⛳ Lottie Woad Named ACC Women's Golfer of the Month ⛳

Junior All-American Lottie Woad earned the ACC Women’s Golfer of the Month award for October, following her standout performance at the Landfall Tradition on October 27. This marks the second time Woad has received this honor, having first won it in September 2023.

October Highlights:

• Woad secured one individual championship, two top-three finishes, and shot even par across six rounds in two tournaments.

• She tied the school record (for the fourth time) with a single-round score of 65 at the Landfall Tradition.

• The reigning ACC Player of the Year averaged 70.83 strokes per round, with three rounds at par or better.

Woad's incredible achievements have also kept her ranked as the No. 1 player in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for the 14th straight week. She has held the top spot 19 out of the last 21 weeks.

What’s Next:

• No. 11 Florida State kicks off its spring season at the IJGA Collegiate Invitational (Jan. 31-Feb. 1) in Guadalajara, Mexico.

• The Seminoles will host the Florida State Match Up at Seminole Legacy Golf Club from March 21-23.

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🏃‍♀️ FSU Cross Country Wraps Up ACC Championship with All-ACC Honors 🏃‍♂️

The No. 13/NR Florida State cross country teams competed at the ACC Championship on Friday morning at WakeMed Park in Cary, North Carolina, with standout performances earning All-ACC honors for two women’s team members.

Women’s Team Highlights:

• Agnes McTighe finished 9th with a career-best time of 19:40.6, securing her second All-ACC honor.

• Bieke Schipperen placed 16th, clocking 20:02.5 to earn her first All-ACC recognition. The women’s team placed 7th overall, improving from 11th in 2023.

Head Coach Cody Halsey praised McTighe and Schipperen, stating, “Watching Agnes and Bieke finish All-ACC was a massive bright spot. These two gave everything they had for our team.”

Despite mixed feelings about the team’s performance, Halsey remains optimistic, believing the team can make the necessary adjustments for the NCAA South Regional in two weeks.

Men’s Team Highlights:

• Joseph Farly led the Seminoles, finishing 25th with a career-best 23:06.9, narrowly missing All-ACC honors.

• In a solid team effort, Zach Leachman and Zachary Cloud set personal records, while Kaden Levings rounded out the scoring with a career-best time of 24:06.8.

What’s Next: FSU will host the NCAA South Region Championships at Apalachee Regional Park on November 15 before competing at the NCAA Cross Country Championships on November 23 in Wisconsin.

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🏈 Redshirt Watch: FSU Players with Limited Game Appearances 🏈

As Florida State enters the final month of the 2024 season, several scholarship players have preserved redshirt eligibility by appearing in four or fewer games. Here’s a breakdown of those players:

Quarterback:

• Luke Kromenhoek: The freshman QB has played in two games (Duke, Miami).

Running Backs:

• Roydell Williams: The senior started three games before a practice injury sidelined him.

• Jaylin Lucas: The junior appeared in two games but is out for the season due to injury.

• Micahi Danzy: The freshman made appearances against Clemson and Miami.

Wide Receivers:

• Destyn Hill: The sophomore has not played this season due to injury.

• BJ Gibson: The freshman debuted against Clemson and also played against Miami.

• Elijah Moore: The freshman appeared in games against Duke and Miami.

• Camdon Frier: The freshman has yet to play this season, dealing with injury.

Tight End:

• Amaree Williams: The freshman has played in four games since his debut against SMU.

Offensive Linemen:

• Richie Leonard IV: The senior played in four games, starting three, before a season-ending injury.

• Manasse Itete, Jonathan Daniels, Jayden Todd, Tye Hylton: Freshmen yet to make appearances.

Defensive Line:

• Edge DD Holmes, DT D'Nas White, DT Jamorie Flagg: Freshmen who haven’t played this season.

Linebackers:

• Timir Hickman-Collins, Jayden Parrish: Freshmen who have not appeared in any games.

Defensive Backs:

• Charles Lester III, Cai Bates: Each freshman has made a single appearance, both against SMU.

• Jamari Howard: The freshman is injured and hasn’t played this season.

• Ricky Knight III: Yet to debut.

• Omarion Cooper: The senior has played in three games (Memphis, SMU, Clemson).

Kicker:

• Jake Weinberg: The freshman kicker has not appeared in a game.

As FSU faces North Carolina on Saturday, these players remain eligible for redshirt status depending on their participation moving forward.

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🌟 Florida State Targets and Top Freshman Football Recruits 🌟

As 247Sports updates their rankings for future classes, they're highlighting key players in the 2028 freshman class who are already attracting major college interest. Here’s a look at the top young talent, with a special focus on those catching the attention of Florida State.

🏈 Florida State’s Key Freshman Targets:

Quarterbacks:

• Jayden Wade (California): This dual-threat QB stands at 6’3” and 180 pounds, already impressing with five touchdown passes and a rushing TD in limited snaps. Wade made an unofficial visit to FSU in early October, and the Seminoles offered shortly after. He also holds offers from Georgia, Oregon, and Michigan.

• Neimann Lawrence (Miami, FL): A 6’1”, 200-pound QB from Ransom Everglades, Lawrence has thrown for nearly 2,000 yards and 23 TDs this season. Florida State is one of several schools offering him early, alongside Miami, Ohio State, and TCU.

Running Backs and Wide Receivers:

• Micah Rhodes (Texas): The Klein Oak RB comes from a strong football family and has demonstrated exceptional yards-after-contact skills. Rhodes has over a dozen offers, including from Florida State, Ohio State, and Oregon.

• Braylon Clark (Charlotte, NC): The 6’1.5” WR has been on fire this season with 561 yards and four touchdowns. Clark impressed at the ESPN North Carolina Regional Camp and holds offers from Florida State, Miami, and North Carolina.

• Eric McFarland (Bradenton, FL – IMG Academy): A versatile slot receiver, McFarland has been a key contributor for IMG, with game-winning plays and consistent production. FSU, along with Georgia, Notre Dame, and Ohio State, is eager to add him to their future roster.

Athletes to Watch:

• Izayah Vickers (Tallahassee, FL – FSU School): This local prospect could play either side of the ball. Vickers has a strong track record in both football and track, with personal bests in the 100m and long jump. The younger brother of former FSU target Makari Vickers, Izayah is one to keep an eye on.

💥 Additional Rising Stars to Monitor:

• Christopher Vargas (Massachusetts): A 6’4” QB from St. John’s Prep who’s making waves as the best high school QB in his region in 30 years. Vargas has early offers from Penn State and Boston College.

• R'Monie Edwards (Texas): An imposing 6’5”, 270-pound offensive lineman from Cypress Ranch. He’s already playing at a high level in Houston’s competitive football scene.

• Marcus Fakatou (California): A towering 6’6.5”, 265-pound edge defender playing for powerhouse Orange Lutheran, with offers from Michigan, Notre Dame, and USC.

With a strong recruiting strategy and a focus on future talent, Florida State is positioning itself well in the race for these elite prospects. Keep an eye out for these names as they develop over the coming years!

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🏈 FSU's ACC Finale: Staff Predictions & Matchup Breakdown 🏈

The Seminoles are back at Doak Campbell Stadium to host North Carolina, looking to end their ACC season on a high note. Here's everything you need to know, including staff predictions from across Noles247, Warchant, and Tomahawk Nation.

📊 Matchup Overview

Florida State (1-7, 1-6 ACC) hopes to snap a dismal season and claim victory over the 4-4 Tar Heels, who come in as 2.5-point favorites. Despite UNC's offensive firepower, the Seminoles will lean on their resilient defense to keep the game close. Both teams are dealing with inconsistency, but Mack Brown is looking for his first career win against his alma mater, as he's 0-11 against Florida State.

🔍 Staff Predictions by Outlet

Noles247 Predictions:

• Brett Nevitt: UNC 27, FSU 17

• Dane Draper: FSU 24, UNC 23

• Trey Rowland: UNC 23, FSU 17

• Coach Adam Brown: FSU 24, UNC 20

• Clay Fink: UNC 24, FSU 14

• Brendan Sonnone: UNC 24, FSU 17

• Kevin Little: FSU 17, UNC 14

• Zach Blostein: UNC 24, FSU 17

• Chris Nee: FSU 23, UNC 21

Warchant Predictions:

• Gene Williams: UNC 23, FSU 17

• Ira Schoffel: FSU 24, UNC 20

• Corey Clark: UNC 27, FSU 21

• Jeff Cameron: UNC 27, FSU 24

• Tom Lang: UNC 27, FSU 21

• Aslan Hajivandi: UNC 22, FSU 18

• Matt LaSerre: UNC 24, FSU 14

Tomahawk Nation Predictions:

• NoleThruandThru: UNC 20, FSU 17

• Matt Minnick: UNC 24, FSU 20

• Jordan Silversmith: FSU 27, UNC 24

• LastNoleOfKrypton: UNC 27, FSU 17

• FrankDNole: FSU 28, UNC 26

• Perry Kostidakis: FSU 24, UNC 17

🏟️ Game Insights

• UNC Offense: Led by running back Omarion Hampton, who has over 1,000 rushing yards this season, the Tar Heels will pose a significant challenge for FSU's struggling run defense.

• FSU Defense: Despite their record, the Seminole defense has moments of excellence, with Azareye’h Thomas and Fentrell Cypress anchoring the secondary.

• FSU Offense: Both Brock Glenn and Luke Kromenhoek are expected to split time at quarterback, hoping to break through against a UNC defense that ranks 96th in scoring defense.

🔮 Predictions Recap

The staff is split, but there’s cautious optimism from some that the Seminoles could pull off an upset. Mack Brown's winless streak against FSU looms large, but will it hold? We'll find out today at 3:30 p.m.

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And that’s a wrap!

Thank you for tuning in to today’s edition of The Chief Brief. As the Seminoles gear up for a pivotal weekend in sports, we’re hopeful for some big wins and even bigger moments. Whether it’s the intensity of the ACC finale at Doak or the excitement of a high-stakes volleyball matchup, FSU fans have plenty to look forward to.

See you back here soon, and as always, Go Noles!