It’s Monday, Florida State fans. As you settle in to begin a new work week, keep it here for the latest in FSU athletics. The news and notes section of this post will be updated throughout the day.
Lead Story
For a second time in four days, Florida State women’s basketball rallied from 15 points down to win, but Sunday’s effort was more impressive.
On the road against No. 2 and undefeated Louisville, the Seminoles trailed 22-9 after one quarter and for most of the way before rallying for a 50-49 victory. FSU’s first lead was 37-36 late in the third quarter on an offensive rebound and a fade-away from Shakayla Thomas.
FSU never led by more than four and trailed 47-46 with just over a minute to play when A.J. Alix’s 3-pointer from the top of the key put the Seminoles ahead for good. Louisville missed a game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds, settling for a layup with less than a second on the clock.
Thomas led the Seminoles with 14 points and 11 rebounds as they beat a No. 2 ranked team for just the second time in school-history. Imani Wright added 10 points in the win, but on just 3-for-16 shooting. Myisha Hines-Allen scored 13 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead the Cardinals.
Between the Lines
In addition to women’s hoops on Sunday, FSU women’s tennis fell to Illinois, 4-1.
On the Agenda
There are no FSU athletic events scheduled for Monday.
News and Notes
The ACC will name players of the week for multiple sports.
The AP and USA Today Coaches Polls will be released on Monday.
Four former Florida State players will participate in Super Bowl LII.
The FSU women were ranked eighth in this week’s AP Poll.
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