🏹 October 13th - The Chief Brief 🏹

Records, Rivalries, and Recruits

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October 13, 2024

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Here’s what’s coming up in today’s edition:

⚽ FSU Soccer Returns to Win Column with Victory at Boston College ⚽
Florida State soccer bounced back with a 1-0 win over Boston College, thanks to a stellar performance by Jordynn Dudley. Goalkeeper Addie Todd's seventh shutout of the season solidified the Seminoles' fifth straight win over the Eagles.

⚾ FSU Baseball’s Fall Exhibition Series vs. Auburn ⚾
FSU baseball faced off against Auburn in an exhibition series, drawing over 5,000 fans to Blue Wahoos Stadium. Though Auburn took both games, promising performances by new additions Myles Bailey and Noah Sheffield made a strong impression for the Noles.

🏊‍♀️ Record-Breaking Win for FSU Women’s Swim Over GT 🏊‍♂️
Senior Maddy Huggins led FSU’s swim team to victory, breaking a school record in the 200-yard breaststroke. The Seminoles' women improved to 3-0 this season with multiple standout wins.

🌟 Four-Star TE Commit Chase Loftin Encouraged by FSU’s Freshman Impact 🌟
Tight end commit Chase Loftin is excited to see FSU’s young talent on the field. With a commitment to the Noles, he feels confident in the coaching staff and is eager to make his own impact in Tallahassee.

📈 FSU Extends Offer to Fast-Rising Defensive Line Prospect Christian Ingram 📈
Defensive lineman Christian Ingram, a coveted recruit, was thrilled to receive an offer from FSU legend Odell Haggins. Ingram is considering FSU among other Power Four schools and is intrigued by their strong development program.

🏈 FSU Expands Receiver Recruiting with Three New Four-Star Offers 🏈
Following recent decommitments, FSU has expanded its receiver board, extending offers to four-star wideouts Jayvan Boggs, Donovan Murph, and Tae’Shaun Gelsey. Each brings unique strengths and potential to the Seminoles' future roster.

⚽ FSU Soccer Returns to Win Column with Victory at Boston College ⚽

Florida State soccer (8-2-2, 3-2-1 ACC) snapped a two-game skid on Saturday with a narrow 1-0 victory over Boston College at Newton Campus Soccer Field. This marks FSU’s fifth consecutive win against BC, bringing their all-time series to 18-3-3 and 5-3-1 in Boston.

Match Highlights

  • Winning Goal: Jordynn Dudley scored the match's only goal in the 53rd minute with a right-footed shot to the bottom left, marking her third goal and ninth point of the season.

  • Defensive Stronghold: The Seminoles fired off 14 shots (six on goal) and limited the Eagles to nine shots (three on goal).

  • In Goal: Goalkeeper Addie Todd secured two saves, earning her seventh shutout of the season.

Up next, FSU will host No. 25 Virginia on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPNU.

⚾ FSU Baseball’s Fall Exhibition Series vs. Auburn ⚾

Florida State baseball hit the road for an exciting exhibition against Auburn, held at Pensacola’s Blue Wahoos Stadium. Despite the Seminoles dropping both seven-inning games (4-1 and 9-5), the exhibition drew a record-setting crowd of over 5,000 fans who filled the stadium for a rare fall baseball outing. With notable freshman performances, defensive highlights, and initial looks at transfer talent, here’s a breakdown of the day’s top observations.

Top Newcomers:

  • Myles Bailey: The 6’4”, 257-pound freshman showed both power at the plate and skill at first base. He tallied an RBI single and walk in game 2, indicating potential as a regular lineup addition.

  • Noah Sheffield: Son of MLB star Gary Sheffield, Noah showcased impressive quick hands, securing an RBI single and a ground-rule double. His father proudly watched from the stands.

  • Chase Williams: The speedy transfer from Northwest Florida State led off in game 2 and contributed with a two-out RBI single.

  • Braydon Plain: The left-handed JUCO transfer made his mark with a double in game 2.

Defensive First Impressions:

  • Cal Fisher (3B): Displayed a solid glove, including a tough one-hopper to first, though one barehanded attempt resulted in a missed throw.

  • Drew Lodise (SS): Handled all plays cleanly and demonstrated range by fielding a grounder up the middle with ease.

Pitching Notes: FSU’s top arms—Jamie Arnold, Cam Leiter, and Ben Barrett—sat out, leading to a rotation of shorter stints for each pitcher. UCF transfer Jacob Marlowe pitched a clean inning, while Maison Martinez struck out all three batters he faced in game 2, standing out among the pitching roster.

🏊‍♀️ Record-Breaking Win for FSU Women’s Swim Over GT 🏊‍♂️

Florida State’s swimming and diving team made waves this weekend as the Seminoles hosted ACC rival Georgia Tech at the Morcom Aquatics Center. The women’s team claimed victory in 9 of 16 events, with standout senior Maddy Huggins breaking FSU’s school record in the 200-yard breaststroke (2:07.98). The Seminole women improved to 3-0 on the season, defeating the Yellow Jackets 162-138, while the men’s team showed strong performances but fell just short at 174.5-125.5.

Women’s Team Highlights:

  • Maddy Huggins: Led with two individual wins and a 200 medley relay victory, including her record-setting 200 breaststroke and a 100 breaststroke win at 59.51 seconds.

  • Edith Jernstedt: Won both the 200 butterfly (1:57.64) and 200 individual medley (1:59.71).

  • Kayleigh Clark: Claimed first in both 1-meter and 3-meter diving events, scoring 306.00 and 306.45, respectively.

Men’s Team Highlights:

  • Yordan Yanchev: Secured wins in both the 100 freestyle (43.89) and the 200 freestyle (1:35.93).

  • Logan Robinson: Captured his first collegiate victory in the 100 butterfly with a time of 47.17.

  • Relay Victories: The men’s 200 medley relay team, led by Mason Herbet, clinched victory in 1:26.17, while the 200 freestyle relay team closed the day with a 1:19.30 win.

The Seminoles will host No. 8/13 Georgia next Saturday, October 19, as they continue to build on this season's momentum.

🌟 Four-Star TE Commit Chase Loftin Encouraged by FSU’s Freshman Impact 🌟 

Nebraska native and four-star tight end Chase Loftin, who chose Florida State over Texas A&M, Nebraska, and Missouri, continues to excel in his senior season with 557 yards and eight touchdowns over seven games. Loftin’s commitment to FSU remains solid, noting, “I committed to the staff and to the place… I believe in the coaches.”

Coaching Dedication:

Tight ends coach Chris Thomsen’s visit to Loftin’s recent game was meaningful to him: “It shows that the staff cares about me… I’m a priority to them.”

Excitement to Join FSU’s Youth Movement:

Loftin was encouraged by seeing true freshmen Landen Thomas and Amaree Williams make plays against Clemson. “I’m excited to be in that room with those guys,” he said, eager to contribute early when he arrives in Tallahassee.

Loftin may attend FSU’s game against Florida, and while he keeps light contact with other programs, he says he’s “pretty locked in” with the Seminoles.

📈 FSU Extends Offer to Fast-Rising Defensive Line Prospect Christian Ingram 📈 

Florida State has entered the race for defensive lineman Christian Ingram, a fast-rising three-star prospect from Covington, Georgia. Ingram, who recently started garnering national attention, now holds offers from 10 Power Four schools, all received within the last month.

The Seminoles’ offer was made by longtime defensive line coach Odell Haggins, a legendary figure at FSU, which left a strong impression on the young prospect. “My reaction was amazing… just knowing a man of that legacy wants me feels like a blessing,” Ingram said of Haggins, who has been at FSU for over 30 years and developed numerous NFL players.

Ingram's athleticism and skill have quickly elevated his recruiting profile, and he feels the interest validates his hard work. “It feels great knowing all my hard work paid off, and I stayed humble,” Ingram shared, reflecting on the journey that has led him to this point.

Coach Haggins has also encouraged Ingram to visit Tallahassee to get a real feel for FSU’s program, which is known for developing elite defensive linemen. Ingram is strongly considering a trip to Florida State, especially now that he holds an official offer. “The way they can develop their defensive line to me is very unique. I love it,” he added, noting FSU’s strong NFL pipeline.

Currently, Ingram has official visits lined up to Kentucky and Vanderbilt, along with unofficial trips to powerhouse programs like Alabama, Clemson, and Georgia. Though Vanderbilt leads in the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine with a 52.1% chance, FSU’s involvement could influence Ingram’s decision as his recruitment continues to gain momentum.

🏈 FSU Expands Receiver Recruiting with Three New Four-Star Offers 🏈

After recent decommitments from four-star wideouts Malik Clark and Daylan McCutcheon, Florida State’s coaching staff has expanded their 2025 receiver board with three new offers:

Jayvan Boggs – UCF Commit
Currently the highest-rated prospect in UCF’s 2025 class, Boggs has shown previous interest in FSU, last visiting for their 2022 win over Georgia Tech. As a top-250 recruit, the Seminoles hope to rekindle their connection and potentially flip this talented Cocoa Beach wideout.

Donovan Murph – South Carolina Lean
Irmo, S.C., native Murph has strong ties to South Carolina, with a 94% commitment prediction for the Gamecocks. However, FSU offers him potential playing time in 2025, adding appeal to their offer.

Tae’Shaun Gelsey – Florida Commit
FSU sees Florida commit Gelsey, a top-250 national prospect, as a wide receiver rather than a tight end. The Seminoles’ in-state proximity and unique pitch could make FSU a viable option as he considers his future.

And that’s a wrap!

This week, we watched the Noles break records, secure game-changing wins, and expand our roster with promising talent. With every pass, goal, and new commitment, FSU’s momentum is building stronger. Stay tuned and keep the Garnet and Gold pride alive! Go Noles! 🍢 

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