Florida State Stays Alive in College World Series with 7-3 Victory Over Virginia
In a high-stakes elimination game at Charles Schwab Field Omaha, No. 8 Florida State kept their College World Series hopes alive with a decisive 7-3 win over No. 12 Virginia. Powered by Jaime Ferrer’s offensive fireworks and Carson Dorsey’s solid pitching, the Seminoles (48-16) advanced to face the loser of the Tennessee-North Carolina matchup on Tuesday.
Jaime Ferrer etched his name into College World Series history with another spectacular performance, becoming the first player since 1998 to notch multiple four-RBI games in a single CWS. Ferrer followed his standout performance against No. 1 Tennessee, where he hit a two-run home run and a two-run double, with two more homers against Virginia. He launched a solo shot in the fourth inning and a three-run blast in the fifth, propelling Florida State to a commanding lead.
Ferrer’s two home runs on Sunday made him the seventh Seminole and the first since 2000 to hit three home runs in a single College World Series. His offensive prowess has been a driving force for the Seminoles, exemplifying his crucial role in their postseason run.
Carson Dorsey continued his postseason dominance, pitching seven strong innings against Virginia. Dorsey allowed three runs and struck out seven, maintaining his impressive form in the NCAA Tournament. Over 21 innings in the tournament, Dorsey boasts a 2.14 ERA with 20 strikeouts, proving to be a reliable ace for the Seminoles. Florida State has a stellar 9-2 record in his 11 starts this season, including a perfect 3-0 in the postseason.
The Seminoles struck first in the third inning when James Tibbs drew a bases-loaded walk off Virginia pitcher Jay Woolfolk, bringing in the first run of the game. Ferrer then doubled the lead with a solo home run on the first pitch of the fourth inning.
In the fifth inning, after Virginia’s bullpen retired the first two Florida State batters, Cam Smith doubled, Tibbs was intentionally walked, and Marco Dinges hit an RBI single, setting the stage for Ferrer’s second home run—a three-run shot that extended FSU’s lead from 3-0 to 6-0.
Alex Lodise added a solo home run to begin the sixth inning, marking his eighth homer of the year and further cushioning Florida State’s lead. Virginia responded with a pair of runs in the seventh inning and another in the eighth, but Seminoles’ reliever Brennen Oxford shut the door, allowing just one hit over the final two innings to secure the victory.
With the win, Florida State moves on to face the loser of the Tennessee and North Carolina contest in another elimination game on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. ET. The Seminoles will look to continue their momentum and Ferrer’s hot streak as they aim to advance further in the tournament.
Sunday’s game showcased Florida State’s resilience and firepower, setting the stage for more thrilling action in the College World Series. The Seminoles, driven by standout performances from Ferrer and Dorsey, remain a formidable contender in their quest for a national championship
