The Daily Nole — Oct. 1, 2021: FSU Soccer’s Madril Wins Another ACC Weekly Award

It’s Friday, Florida State fans.

As you start thinking about the weekend, check out our daily rundown.

Lead Story

Florida State soccer’s Emily Madril is making a strong case for ACC Defensive Player of the Year.

For the second time this season, the redshirt senior was named ACC Co-Defensive Player of the Week. She shared the honor this week with Virginia Tech sophomore goalkeeper Alia Skinner. Madril played a key role in shutout victories over Pittsburgh and Louisville.

Off back-to-back ACL tears, Madril has had a spectacular season. On top of playing outstanding defense, she has two goals and one assist this season.

Between the Lines

There were no FSU athletic events scheduled for Thursday.

On the Agenda

FSU cross country will take part in the Notre Dame Invite on Friday. FSU volleyball returns home to take on NC State while FSU soccer hits the road to face Clemson. The volleyball match begins at 6:30 p.m. ET and the soccer match begins at 7 p.m. ET. Both stream on ACC Network Extra.

News and Notes

FSU football is now a 5.5-point favorite for Saturday’s contest vs. Syracuse.

Former FSU and current Los Angeles Chargers’ cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. has been named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month for September.

Helpful Links

Athlon Sports: Syracuse vs. Florida State Football Prediction and Preview
Tomahawk Nation: Matchup and Memories: Florida State vs Syracuse
Chop Chat: FSU football: 3 huge keys to Noles defeating Syracuse

Mike Ferguson is the editor of The Daily Nole. Follow Mike on Twitter @MikeWFerguson