A Marathon in Tallahassee
Florida State’s baseball squad, seeded tenth, endured a 22‑hour marathon before edging Coastal Carolina 2‑1 in a battle that tested every ounce of its resolve. The game stretched into the early hours of the morning, leaving both teams exhausted but unwilling to yield.
The decisive blows came from Nathan Cmeyla, whose RBI single sparked the rally, and Cal Fisher, who added a solo home run that swung the momentum. On the mound, Wes Mendes and Trey Beard delivered masterful outings, shutting down the Chanticleers’ bats deep into the night.
The Road Ahead
Earlier in the day, St. John’s routed Northern Illinois 21‑8, clearing a path for the Seminoles to meet the Huskies in an elimination showdown. The upcoming clash will determine which team advances to the championship round of the Tallahassee Regional.
Under head coach Link Jarrett, Florida State is chasing a historic third consecutive regional final victory, a testament to the program’s sustained excellence and recruiting prowess. The Seminoles’ blend of clutch hitting, elite pitching, and steady leadership has positioned them as a formidable force.
As the sun rose over Tallahassee, the exhausted yet exhilarated squad prepared for the next battle, knowing that another win would etch their names deeper into college baseball lore.