News Summary
Florida State University’s baseball team triumphed over Mississippi State with a 10-3 victory, securing its place in the Super Regionals for the 19th time. The team, now with an overall record of 41-14, will face Oregon State for the first time in a best-of-three series. Despite a dramatic ejection of Coach Link Jarrett, players rallied to honor him with strong performances throughout the Tallahassee Regional, particularly showcasing their stellar pitching and defense. Fans can follow the upcoming games on ESPN+ and local radio.
TALLAHASSEE, Florida – Florida State University’s baseball team secured a significant victory against Mississippi State on Saturday, winning 10-3 at Dick Howser Stadium. This triumph propels the Seminoles into the Super Regionals for the 19th time in the program’s history after winning two consecutive games against Mississippi State during the Tallahassee Regional.
The team’s current overall record stands at 41-14 as they advance to face Oregon State in a best-of-three series set to take place from June 6 to June 9. The upcoming matchup represents a historic clash, as this will be the first competitive meeting between the two teams. Oregon State enters the Super Regionals after winning four straight games, including a decisive 9-0 win over USC, following an initial loss in their regional.
Florida State’s performance in the Tallahassee Regional showcased their strong pitching and defense, allowing a total of just seven runs over their three games. Notably, the FSU bullpen demonstrated their prowess by pitching nine scoreless innings throughout the regional competition. Sophomore pitcher Wes Mendes played a crucial role in the victory against Mississippi State by pitching a career-high eight innings and recording nine strikeouts.
However, the game was not without drama, as FSU’s coach Link Jarrett was ejected during the contest. He was defending his players after a Mississippi State pitcher directed comments toward the Seminoles following a pivotal strikeout. Despite the setback of losing their coach temporarily, junior outfielder Max Williams noted that the team pulled together to honor Jarrett through their determined play.
Florida State’s baseball program has long been a contender, demonstrating resilience and talent throughout the season. With an impressive home record of 26-7, the Seminoles continue to build momentum as they prepare for the Super Regionals.
The regional began with a win against Bethune-Cookman, advancing to the final round where they faced Mississippi State. Florida State’s route to success involved both strategic pitching and aggressive batting, culminating in their advanced performance in the regional final.
As anticipation builds for the clash with Oregon State, fans can expect to watch the games via ESPN+, with additional coverage provided through local radio on WFLA 100.7 FM or the FSU Gameday App. Broadcast details and schedules are expected to be released soon, promising to capture the excitement surrounding this pivotal series.
Reflecting on the implications of his actions during the game, Coach Jarrett expressed regret regarding the emotions that led to his ejection, contemplating its impact on the team and the outcome of the game.
As Florida State steps onto the field for the Super Regionals, the players are energized and motivated to perform at their best, both for their own aspirations and for their coach, as they aim for a successful run towards the College World Series.
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Additional Resources
- Tallahassee.com: FSU Baseball Advances to Super Regionals
- Seminoles.com: FSU Advances to Regional Final
- FSU Wire: Tallahassee Regional Final Coverage
- USA Today: FSU Weather Delay News
- Tomahawk Nation: FSU Baseball Roster and Schedule
- Wikipedia: Baseball in the United States
- Google Search: Florida State baseball
- Google Scholar: Florida State University baseball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
- Google News: Florida State baseball
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