Florida State University’s baseball team is heading to Omaha for the first time since 2019 after an incredible victory over UConn in the NCAA super regional. The Seminoles secured their spot in the College World Series with a 10-8 win in 12 innings.
The game was full of lead changes, momentum swings, and mental errors, but FSU managed to pull out the victory thanks to six home runs. James Tibbs III, who won ACC Player of the Year honors, was a standout performer, hitting three of those home runs and driving in six RBIs.
Despite UConn’s efforts to keep up with their own home runs, FSU stayed resilient and managed to stay ahead with some impressive plays. Pitcher Jamie Arnold had a tough outing but managed to keep FSU in the game with nine strikeouts in 5.1 innings.
In extra innings, it was anyone’s game as both teams continued to swing for the fences. But finally, it was Tibbs’ heroics that sealed the deal for FSU and secured their spot in the College World Series. The Seminoles will now look forward to competing on June 14 at Charles Schwab Field.
Peter Holland Jr., who covers Florida State athletics for the Tallahassee Democrat, was there to witness this incredible performance firsthand. He can be reached via email at PHolland@Gannett.com or followed on Twitter @_Da_pistol for more updates on FSU baseball.
