Rain Delays Tallahassee Regional Elimination Game
Rain-soaked skies over Tallahassee forced a dramatic pause in the NCAA Tallahassee Regional elimination contest between Florida State and Coastal Carolina on Saturday afternoon.
Originally slated to start at 2 p.m. Eastern, the game was called at 3:15 p.m. after a sudden downpour, only to see a brief window of play at 5:45 p.m. before another bout of rain halted proceedings once more.
Despite the interruptions, the Seminoles managed to seize a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the fifth, courtesy of a solo home run by Cal Fisher that sent the crowd into a brief roar before the skies opened again.
The official start time for the matchup, as well as the schedule for the remaining games in the regional, remains undetermined, leaving coaches and fans alike awaiting a concrete timeline from tournament officials.
The delay underscores the growing challenges of outdoor collegiate baseball in an era of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, prompting discussions about potential shifts toward more indoor or climate‑controlled venues for future tournaments.
Sunday’s Prospects
Sunday’s resumption will pick up where the game left off, with Florida State looking to extend its advantage and Coastal Carolina aiming to rally after a narrow deficit.
Players and staff have been advised to stay on site, with the NCAA promising to monitor conditions closely before giving the green light for a full restart.
Meanwhile, the broader regional schedule has been adjusted, with other matchups pushed back as officials work to accommodate the weather‑induced setbacks without compromising the integrity of the tournament.