The Florida State baseball team is back in Tallahassee, ready to fight for its postseason life after a marathon victory that lasted nearly 22 hours. The Seminoles will host Northern Illinois in an elimination game on Sunday, May 31, with a spot in the regional final on the line.
Marathon victory over Coastal Carolina
In a game that stretched into the early hours, Florida State edged Coastal Carolina 2-1. Nathan Cmeyla delivered the decisive RBI single, while Cal Fisher added a solo home run to seal the win. The combined effort of the top two starters produced 17 strikeouts, setting the stage for the upcoming showdown.
St. John's charges into the championship
St. John's bludgeoned its opponent 21-8, erupting for 27 runs across two games in the Tallahassee Regional. The Red Storm had opened the tournament with a 6-5 win over Florida State, and now sit poised to meet the survivor of Sunday’s battle in the final.
Sunday night under the lights
First pitch is scheduled for approximately 7:10 p.m. on May 31, and the contest will be streamed live on ESPN+. Fans will get a chance to watch the Seminoles and the Huskies battle for a place in the championship game.
The stakes extend beyond a single game. The winner will face St. John's on Monday, seeking to avenge the earlier loss and claim the regional title. With both teams riding high on offensive firepower, the upcoming matchup promises a dramatic finish to an already eventful regional tournament.