Chase Fuller, a five-star shortstop and pitcher from Tallahassee, announced his commitment to Florida State University’s 2027 recruiting class on Tuesday, cementing his place among the nation’s most coveted high school prospects. The announcement came as the Seminoles continue to build momentum in a recruiting cycle that has already seen several top talents pledge to the program.
A Family Legacy Meets a New Era
Fuller capped a breakout junior season in which he led Lincoln High School to a state championship, batting .327 with a 1.75 ERA while also drawing 35 walks and scoring 32 runs. His .514 on-base percentage and .465 slugging percentage highlighted a rare blend of power, patience, and defensive reliability that attracted the attention of scouts nationwide.
Ranked No. 9 overall by Baseball America in its top 150 high school players for the 2027 class, Fuller’s performance on both sides of the ball underscored his status as a true two-way talent. The ranking placed him among an elite group of prospects who are expected to make immediate impacts at the collegiate level.
The commitment also carries a personal resonance: his father, Corey Fuller, a former FSU defensive back and member of the 1993 national championship team, now serves as the university’s director of football relations. Corey Fuller’s own accolades include an All-ACC first-team nod in 1994 and a second-round selection by the Minnesota Vikings in the 1995 NFL Draft, a legacy that adds a compelling narrative to Chase’s pledge.
Coach Mike Martin, who has overseen a resurgence of the Seminoles’ baseball program, welcomed Fuller’s pledge, noting that the youngster’s two-way ability could add depth to both the infield and the bullpen as the team looks to sustain its recent run of success. Martin emphasized that Fuller’s blend of power, poise, and work ethic aligns perfectly with the program’s developmental philosophy.