2023 Roster - By Name

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R No Name                  Hgt   Cl   Ltr  Hometown (Prior School)
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*  2 Cassie Anderson       5-10  Jr-R *    Palm Beach Gardens (Palm Beach Gardens)
*  1 Maddie Anderson       6-1   Jr-R ***  Palm Beach Gardens (Palm Beach Gardens)
*  3 Angeline Bergner      5-11  So-R      Windermere (Windermere Prep)
  34 Arianna Bergner       6-0   So-R      Windermere (Windermere Prep)
  24 Arden Besecker        5-10  Fr        Austin, Tex. (Lake Travis)
* 15 Madison Binkley       6-0   Fr-R      Sarasota (Riverview)
* 25 Morgan Chacon         5-11  Sr-R ***  Crown Point, Ind. (Crown Point)
* 23 Chloe Charles         5-11  Fr        Austin, Tex. (Vandergrift)
* 12 Alexis Durish         5-10  Fr        Venice (Venice)
  42 McKenna Flaherty      5-10  Fr        Sarasota (Riverview)
*  4 Caitlin Godwin        5-7   Jr        Austin, Tex. (Bowie)
* 10 Alex Hilton           5-10  Jr-R *    Sarasota (Riverview)
*  5 Paige Kalkhoff        5-11  Jr        Cincinnati, Ohio (McAuley/Florida International)
* 40 Audrey Koenig         6-3   So        Wesley Chapel (Bishop McLaughlin)
* 14 Anna Long             5-11  So   *    Lakeside Park, Ky. (Notre Dame Academy)
* 21 Caitlin Moon          6-0   Jr   **   Fair Oaks Ranch, Tex. (Boerne-Samuel V. Champion)
  11 Erin Murphy           6-2   Jr-R *    Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg Collegiate)
* 20 Jordan Polo           5-11  Sr-R *    Danville, Calif. (Monte Vista/California)
* 41 Audrey Rothman        6-4   Fr        Birmingham, Ala. (Spain Park)
* 33 Carra Sassack         5-8   Fr        Cumming, Ga. (West Forsyth)
  35 Maddie Trusty         5-9   Fr-R      Hot Springs, Ark. (Lakeside)
* 13 Raelyn White          5-11  Jr   **   Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg Collegiate)
* 31 Makenna Wolfe         5-9   Fr-R *    Arroyo Grande, Calif. (Arroyo Grande)

2023 Roster - By Number

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R No Name                  Hgt   Cl   Ltr  Hometown (Prior School)
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*  1 Maddie Anderson       6-1   Jr-R ***  Palm Beach Gardens (Palm Beach Gardens)
*  2 Cassie Anderson       5-10  Jr-R *    Palm Beach Gardens (Palm Beach Gardens)
*  3 Angeline Bergner      5-11  So-R      Windermere (Windermere Prep)
*  4 Caitlin Godwin        5-7   Jr        Austin, Tex. (Bowie)
*  5 Paige Kalkhoff        5-11  Jr        Cincinnati, Ohio (McAuley/Florida International)
* 10 Alex Hilton           5-10  Jr-R *    Sarasota (Riverview)
  11 Erin Murphy           6-2   Jr-R *    Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg Collegiate)
* 12 Alexis Durish         5-10  Fr        Venice (Venice)
* 13 Raelyn White          5-11  Jr   **   Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg Collegiate)
* 14 Anna Long             5-11  So   *    Lakeside Park, Ky. (Notre Dame Academy)
* 15 Madison Binkley       6-0   Fr-R      Sarasota (Riverview)
* 20 Jordan Polo           5-11  Sr-R *    Danville, Calif. (Monte Vista/California)
* 21 Caitlin Moon          6-0   Jr   **   Fair Oaks Ranch, Tex. (Boerne-Samuel V. Champion)
* 23 Chloe Charles         5-11  Fr        Austin, Tex. (Vandergrift)
  24 Arden Besecker        5-10  Fr        Austin, Tex. (Lake Travis)
* 25 Morgan Chacon         5-11  Sr-R ***  Crown Point, Ind. (Crown Point)
* 31 Makenna Wolfe         5-9   Fr-R *    Arroyo Grande, Calif. (Arroyo Grande)
* 33 Carra Sassack         5-8   Fr        Cumming, Ga. (West Forsyth)
  34 Arianna Bergner       6-0   So-R      Windermere (Windermere Prep)
  35 Maddie Trusty         5-9   Fr-R      Hot Springs, Ark. (Lakeside)
* 40 Audrey Koenig         6-3   So        Wesley Chapel (Bishop McLaughlin)
* 41 Audrey Rothman        6-4   Fr        Birmingham, Ala. (Spain Park)
  42 McKenna Flaherty      5-10  Fr        Sarasota (Riverview)

2023 Conference Awards

2023 All-Americans

2023 Schedule and Results

Seminoles Start Beach Bash 3-0.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started their annual FSU Beach Bash with a 3-0 record defeating Coastal Carolina, No. 13 Cal Poly, and No. 20 Washington. The Seminoles went unbeaten in all but one game played today. The Seminoles move to 1-0 against Coastal Carolina, 7-0 against Cal Poly and 1-0 against Washington.

No. 2 Florida State 5, Coastal Carolina 0

The Seminoles came out ready for their first dual of the season, winning every set against the Chanticleers. The Seminoles spared no time winning the first set on all courts.

Courts one, two, and four dominated, refusing to allow Coastal Carolina to take the lead in either set. Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff won quickly with set one 21-14 and set two 21-12 on court one. Alexis Durish and Raelyn White won 21-13 in both sets on court two. Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe also defeated the Chanticleers 21-11 and 21-10 on court four.

On court five, Angeline Bergner and Carra Sassack won the first set easily 21-16. In the second set, the duo closed the set out well, winning a close 22-20 giving Florida State their third match point of the day.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo played great defensively, allowing them to keep both close sets in their favor. The duo took set one 21-15 and the second 21-18.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 13 Cal Poly 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the court to dominate No. 13, Cal Poly. On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff earned the win quickly, efficiently getting the 21-18 win. The second set provided some back-and-forth lead exchanges before the duo closed it out 21-17.

On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White started slowly at the beginning of both sets before propelling themselves in the end to beat Cal Poly 21-17 and 21-16.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo were dominant. Only allowing the Mustangs to get 7 points in the first set. Quickly taking the win 21-7. Long and Polo rode their momentum from the first set into the second set. The pair was once again efficient taking the second set 21-12.

Courts four and five almost mirrored each other. Court four started with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon firing on all cylinders and came out of the first set with a 21-15 win. The duo came out hot in the second set as well and quickly gave the Noles their fourth match point against Cal Poly. On court five, Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe put on a clinic in the first set winning 21-12. That performance carried into the second set with Wolfe and Hilton taking no time to put the Mustangs away 21-5.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 20 Washington 1

After a break, the Seminoles came out to face the No 20. Washington Huskies for the first time in program history. The Noles' stayed hot and pulled out quick wins on court three and court four. With Anna Long and Jordan Polo winning 21-18 and 21-17. Court four was no different with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon pulling out efficient wins of 21-16 and 21-11.

Court five started off rocky with MaKenna Wolfe and Alex Hilton taking a 16-21 loss in the first set. Wolfe and Hilton came into the second set on fire and turned in an impressive 21-9 win. That momentum carried into the third set with Wolfe and Hilton staying efficient on defense allowing them to get a 15-11 win giving the Seminoles their third point against Washington.

On court two Raelyn White and Alexis Durish were impressive, dropping the first set 17-21, then battling back from a set-long deficit to win 24-22. In the third set, the duo were impressive, quickly winning 15-9 giving the Noles their fourth point.

On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a grueling three-set match. The first set went to the Huskies in a hard-fought 22-24 loss. In the second set, Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove, quickly getting the 21-16 win. The third set was back and forth into extra points until the Huskies capitalized resulting in an 18-20 loss for the Noles. This loss was FSU's only game loss the entire day.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Martine Kragholm/Sarah Riedell (CCU) 21-14, 21-12
No. 2: Alexis Durish/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Irena Drobnjak/Ellie Hanford (CCU) 21-13, 21-13
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Madie Lichty/Sarlota Svobodova (CCU) 21-15, 21-18
No. 4: Alex Hilton/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Madison Allred/Raychel Ehlers (CCU) 21-11, 21-10
No. 5: Angeline Bergner/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Emma Gonzalez/Celia Ryan (CCU) 21-16, 22-20

Seminoles Start Beach Bash 3-0.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started their annual FSU Beach Bash with a 3-0 record defeating Coastal Carolina, No. 13 Cal Poly, and No. 20 Washington. The Seminoles went unbeaten in all but one game played today. The Seminoles move to 1-0 against Coastal Carolina, 7-0 against Cal Poly and 1-0 against Washington.

No. 2 Florida State 5, Coastal Carolina 0

The Seminoles came out ready for their first dual of the season, winning every set against the Chanticleers. The Seminoles spared no time winning the first set on all courts.

Courts one, two, and four dominated, refusing to allow Coastal Carolina to take the lead in either set. Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff won quickly with set one 21-14 and set two 21-12 on court one. Alexis Durish and Raelyn White won 21-13 in both sets on court two. Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe also defeated the Chanticleers 21-11 and 21-10 on court four.

On court five, Angeline Bergner and Carra Sassack won the first set easily 21-16. In the second set, the duo closed the set out well, winning a close 22-20 giving Florida State their third match point of the day.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo played great defensively, allowing them to keep both close sets in their favor. The duo took set one 21-15 and the second 21-18.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 13 Cal Poly 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the court to dominate No. 13, Cal Poly. On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff earned the win quickly, efficiently getting the 21-18 win. The second set provided some back-and-forth lead exchanges before the duo closed it out 21-17.

On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White started slowly at the beginning of both sets before propelling themselves in the end to beat Cal Poly 21-17 and 21-16.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo were dominant. Only allowing the Mustangs to get 7 points in the first set. Quickly taking the win 21-7. Long and Polo rode their momentum from the first set into the second set. The pair was once again efficient taking the second set 21-12.

Courts four and five almost mirrored each other. Court four started with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon firing on all cylinders and came out of the first set with a 21-15 win. The duo came out hot in the second set as well and quickly gave the Noles their fourth match point against Cal Poly. On court five, Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe put on a clinic in the first set winning 21-12. That performance carried into the second set with Wolfe and Hilton taking no time to put the Mustangs away 21-5.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 20 Washington 1

After a break, the Seminoles came out to face the No 20. Washington Huskies for the first time in program history. The Noles' stayed hot and pulled out quick wins on court three and court four. With Anna Long and Jordan Polo winning 21-18 and 21-17. Court four was no different with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon pulling out efficient wins of 21-16 and 21-11.

Court five started off rocky with MaKenna Wolfe and Alex Hilton taking a 16-21 loss in the first set. Wolfe and Hilton came into the second set on fire and turned in an impressive 21-9 win. That momentum carried into the third set with Wolfe and Hilton staying efficient on defense allowing them to get a 15-11 win giving the Seminoles their third point against Washington.

On court two Raelyn White and Alexis Durish were impressive, dropping the first set 17-21, then battling back from a set-long deficit to win 24-22. In the third set, the duo were impressive, quickly winning 15-9 giving the Noles their fourth point.

On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a grueling three-set match. The first set went to the Huskies in a hard-fought 22-24 loss. In the second set, Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove, quickly getting the 21-16 win. The third set was back and forth into extra points until the Huskies capitalized resulting in an 18-20 loss for the Noles. This loss was FSU's only game loss the entire day.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Piper Ferch/Jayelin Lombard (SLO) 21-18, 21-17
No. 2: Alexis Durish/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Izzy Martinez/Piper Naess (SLO) 21-17, 21-16
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Delaney Peranich/Mariina Warren (SLO) 21-7, 21-12
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Kalee Graff/Emma Zuffelato (SLO) 21-15, 21-8
No. 5: Alex Hilton/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Erika Foreman/Margo Smith (SLO) 21-12, 21-5

Seminoles Start Beach Bash 3-0.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started their annual FSU Beach Bash with a 3-0 record defeating Coastal Carolina, No. 13 Cal Poly, and No. 20 Washington. The Seminoles went unbeaten in all but one game played today. The Seminoles move to 1-0 against Coastal Carolina, 7-0 against Cal Poly and 1-0 against Washington.

No. 2 Florida State 5, Coastal Carolina 0

The Seminoles came out ready for their first dual of the season, winning every set against the Chanticleers. The Seminoles spared no time winning the first set on all courts.

Courts one, two, and four dominated, refusing to allow Coastal Carolina to take the lead in either set. Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff won quickly with set one 21-14 and set two 21-12 on court one. Alexis Durish and Raelyn White won 21-13 in both sets on court two. Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe also defeated the Chanticleers 21-11 and 21-10 on court four.

On court five, Angeline Bergner and Carra Sassack won the first set easily 21-16. In the second set, the duo closed the set out well, winning a close 22-20 giving Florida State their third match point of the day.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo played great defensively, allowing them to keep both close sets in their favor. The duo took set one 21-15 and the second 21-18.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 13 Cal Poly 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the court to dominate No. 13, Cal Poly. On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff earned the win quickly, efficiently getting the 21-18 win. The second set provided some back-and-forth lead exchanges before the duo closed it out 21-17.

On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White started slowly at the beginning of both sets before propelling themselves in the end to beat Cal Poly 21-17 and 21-16.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo were dominant. Only allowing the Mustangs to get 7 points in the first set. Quickly taking the win 21-7. Long and Polo rode their momentum from the first set into the second set. The pair was once again efficient taking the second set 21-12.

Courts four and five almost mirrored each other. Court four started with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon firing on all cylinders and came out of the first set with a 21-15 win. The duo came out hot in the second set as well and quickly gave the Noles their fourth match point against Cal Poly. On court five, Alex Hilton and MaKenna Wolfe put on a clinic in the first set winning 21-12. That performance carried into the second set with Wolfe and Hilton taking no time to put the Mustangs away 21-5.

No. 2 Florida State 5, No. 20 Washington 1

After a break, the Seminoles came out to face the No 20. Washington Huskies for the first time in program history. The Noles' stayed hot and pulled out quick wins on court three and court four. With Anna Long and Jordan Polo winning 21-18 and 21-17. Court four was no different with Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon pulling out efficient wins of 21-16 and 21-11.

Court five started off rocky with MaKenna Wolfe and Alex Hilton taking a 16-21 loss in the first set. Wolfe and Hilton came into the second set on fire and turned in an impressive 21-9 win. That momentum carried into the third set with Wolfe and Hilton staying efficient on defense allowing them to get a 15-11 win giving the Seminoles their third point against Washington.

On court two Raelyn White and Alexis Durish were impressive, dropping the first set 17-21, then battling back from a set-long deficit to win 24-22. In the third set, the duo were impressive, quickly winning 15-9 giving the Noles their fourth point.

On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a grueling three-set match. The first set went to the Huskies in a hard-fought 22-24 loss. In the second set, Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove, quickly getting the 21-16 win. The third set was back and forth into extra points until the Huskies capitalized resulting in an 18-20 loss for the Noles. This loss was FSU's only game loss the entire day.

No. 1: Chloe Loreen/Natalie Robinson (UWa) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 24-22, 16-21, 20-18
No. 2: Alexis Durish/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Kendall Mather/Piper Monk-Heidrich (UWa) 17-21, 24-22, 15-9
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Scarlett Dahl/Hannah Yerex (UWa) 21-16, 21-11
No. 4: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Paloma Bowman/Mary Sinclair (UWa) 21-18, 21-17
No. 5: Alex Hilton/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Teagan DeFalco/Shannon Gormally (UWa) 16-21, 21-9, 15-11

Seminoles End Beach Bash Undefeated.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started their season 5-0 after defeating two ranked teams at their annual Beach Bash tournament. On Sunday, Feb 26th, the Noles defeated No. 16 FIU 4-1 and No.19 South Carolina 4-1.

Florida State improved their all-time opening weekend record to 38-3 and their home record to 65-3.

No. 2 Florida State 4, No. 16 FIU 1

The Seminoles are now 11-2 all-time against the Golden Panthers. The first match point came from court one by the duo of Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff. The pair won two quick sets against the Golden Panthers 21-12 and 21-19.

Court five quickly followed suit with Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles defeating the FIU pair 21-17 and 21-18 in their first pairing together this season.

The match-clinching point was earned by Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon on court four. Moon and Chacon put together some close points against the Golden Panthers but held on to win both sets 21-19 and 21-18.

Even though the match was already won, court two and three went to three sets. On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White stayed strong in the third set to win 15-12 after giving up the second set 18-21. The duo won a defensive first set 21-18 that forced the third set to be played.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo provided plenty of entertainment with three close sets. The first set went in favor of FIU 19-21 after alternating the lead many times. The second set was much like the first, but this time FSU pulled away towards the end of the set, winning 21-15. Long and Polo fought a valiant effort in the third set, before eventually falling 13-15.

No. 2 Florida State 4, No. 19 South Carolina 1

The final match of the tournament provided FSU with a 4-1 win, this time against No. 19 South Carolina.

Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles found their groove quickly and spared no time winning the first point for the Seminoles on court five. The final score of the two sets were 21-15 and 21-19. The duo did not drop a set in either match played today.

Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon owned court four, going unbeaten on the weekend. The duo beat FIU in two sets going 22-20 and 21-17.

As it was all weekend, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were on court one for the match against FIU. The pair clinched the match-winning point with a two-set win of 21-17 and 22-20. Anderson and Kalkhoff only dropped one dual the entire weekend.

On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White were in a three set battle, after losing the first set 18-21, the pair came out hot and won the second set 21-15. A hard fought back-and-forth third set was played but ultimately FIU took the win 13-15 giving them their first dual point.

Jordan Polo and Anna Long closed the weekend out well with two efficient sets in their favor. The first set was 21-15 and the second set was 21-17. Long and Polo also only dropped one dual the entire weekend.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Lucie Pokorna/Roberta Ribiero (FIU) 21-12, 21-19
No. 2: Alexis Durish/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Giada Bianchi/Alice Pratesi (FIU) 21-18, 18-21, 15-12
No. 3: Rachele Mancinelli/Milica Vukobrat (FIU) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 21-19, 15-21, 15-13
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Lisa Luini/Emily Meyer (FIU) 21-19, 21-18
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Zuzanna Beilak/Athina Dimitriadas (FIU) 21-17, 21-18

Seminoles End Beach Bash Undefeated.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started their season 5-0 after defeating two ranked teams at their annual Beach Bash tournament. On Sunday, Feb 26th, the Noles defeated No. 16 FIU 4-1 and No.19 South Carolina 4-1.

Florida State improved their all-time opening weekend record to 38-3 and their home record to 65-3.

No. 2 Florida State 4, No. 16 FIU 1

The Seminoles are now 11-2 all-time against the Golden Panthers. The first match point came from court one by the duo of Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff. The pair won two quick sets against the Golden Panthers 21-12 and 21-19.

Court five quickly followed suit with Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles defeating the FIU pair 21-17 and 21-18 in their first pairing together this season.

The match-clinching point was earned by Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon on court four. Moon and Chacon put together some close points against the Golden Panthers but held on to win both sets 21-19 and 21-18.

Even though the match was already won, court two and three went to three sets. On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White stayed strong in the third set to win 15-12 after giving up the second set 18-21. The duo won a defensive first set 21-18 that forced the third set to be played.

On court three, Anna Long and Jordan Polo provided plenty of entertainment with three close sets. The first set went in favor of FIU 19-21 after alternating the lead many times. The second set was much like the first, but this time FSU pulled away towards the end of the set, winning 21-15. Long and Polo fought a valiant effort in the third set, before eventually falling 13-15.

No. 2 Florida State 4, No. 19 South Carolina 1

The final match of the tournament provided FSU with a 4-1 win, this time against No. 19 South Carolina.

Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles found their groove quickly and spared no time winning the first point for the Seminoles on court five. The final score of the two sets were 21-15 and 21-19. The duo did not drop a set in either match played today.

Morgan Chacon and Caitlin Moon owned court four, going unbeaten on the weekend. The duo beat FIU in two sets going 22-20 and 21-17.

As it was all weekend, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were on court one for the match against FIU. The pair clinched the match-winning point with a two-set win of 21-17 and 22-20. Anderson and Kalkhoff only dropped one dual the entire weekend.

On court two, Alexis Durish and Raelyn White were in a three set battle, after losing the first set 18-21, the pair came out hot and won the second set 21-15. A hard fought back-and-forth third set was played but ultimately FIU took the win 13-15 giving them their first dual point.

Jordan Polo and Anna Long closed the weekend out well with two efficient sets in their favor. The first set was 21-15 and the second set was 21-17. Long and Polo also only dropped one dual the entire weekend.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Skylar Allen/Simone Priebe (SC) 21-17, 22-20
No. 2: Kaeli Crews/Kennedy Westendorff (SC) d. Alexis Durish/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-18, 15-21, 15-13
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Allison Coens/Hannah Mackenhousen (SC) 21-15, 21-17
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Jolie Cranford/Lauren Wilcock (SC) 22-20, 21-17
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Jillian Gleason/Chase Teal (SC) 21-15, 21-19

Seminoles Start Tampa Invitational Undefeated.

March 4, 2023

TAMPA, Fla, - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started the Tampa Invitational with a 2-0 record defeating No. 6 GCU 4-1, and No. 11 Stetson 5-0.

FSU 4, No. 6 GCU 1

The Seminoles carried their momentum from an undefeated opening weekend at home into their first match of the day against No. 6 Grand Canyon.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon dominated on court four in the duo's first pairing of the season. Polo and Chacon quickly took care of business in the first set winning 21-15. The second set was no different as the duo once again took a 21-15 win, giving the Noles' their first dual point.

On court five, Makenna Wolfe and Carra Sassack won the first set easily 21-13. In the second set, GCU fought back and took a close 19-21 win. In the third set, Sassack and Wolfe fought hard and pulled out a 15-13 win.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff took care of business on court 1. The duo won a close first set 22-20. Anderson and Kalkhoff took over in set two however, winning a quick 21-15 and giving the Noles' their third dual point of the day.

Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon played well in their first pairing of the season winning 21-18 in the first set. A good defensive showing helped the pair win the second set 21-19, giving the Noles' their fourth dual point.

On court two Raelyn White and Anna Long were paired together for the first time this season. The pair dropped a back and forth first set 17-21. Another close set from Long and White but GCU managed to hold and win 19-21, giving GCU their first and only dual point.

FSU 5, No. 11 Stetson 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the court to dominate No. 11, Stetson. Caitlin Moon and Alexis Durish started off strong with a 21-17 win in set one on court four. In the second set Moon and Durish hit another groove and went to another 21-17 set win, giving the Seminoles their first dual point.

On court five, Alex Hilton and Makenna Wolfe had a close set go into extra points, but pulled out a 24-22 win. A strong surge by the pair pulled them to a quick 21-16 win in the second set, giving the Noles' their second dual point of the match.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were electric. The pair never trailed as they earned a 21-10 win in the first set. This momentum continued into the second set as Anderson and Kalkhoff easily won 21-17.

Courts two and three finished in similar fashion with Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon winning 21-14 in the first set and 21-12 in the second set on court three. On court two Raelyn White and Anna Long quickly put the Hatters away, with a 21-13 win in set one, and a 21-19 win in set two.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Abbie Hughes/Samaya Morin (GCU) 22-20, 21-15
No. 2: Sarah Dickson/Allanis Navas (GCU) d. Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-17, 21-19
No. 3: Alexis Durish/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Anaya Evans/Krista Rowan (GCU) 21-18, 21-19
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Jessica Drake/Dana Roskic (GCU) 21-15, 21-15
No. 5: Carra Sassack/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Mackenzie Harris/Cami Sanchez (GCU) 21-13, 19-21, 15-13

Seminoles Start Tampa Invitational Undefeated.

March 4, 2023

TAMPA, Fla, - The number two ranked Florida State Seminoles started the Tampa Invitational with a 2-0 record defeating No. 6 GCU 4-1, and No. 11 Stetson 5-0.

FSU 4, No. 6 GCU 1

The Seminoles carried their momentum from an undefeated opening weekend at home into their first match of the day against No. 6 Grand Canyon.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon dominated on court four in the duo's first pairing of the season. Polo and Chacon quickly took care of business in the first set winning 21-15. The second set was no different as the duo once again took a 21-15 win, giving the Noles' their first dual point.

On court five, Makenna Wolfe and Carra Sassack won the first set easily 21-13. In the second set, GCU fought back and took a close 19-21 win. In the third set, Sassack and Wolfe fought hard and pulled out a 15-13 win.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff took care of business on court 1. The duo won a close first set 22-20. Anderson and Kalkhoff took over in set two however, winning a quick 21-15 and giving the Noles' their third dual point of the day.

Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon played well in their first pairing of the season winning 21-18 in the first set. A good defensive showing helped the pair win the second set 21-19, giving the Noles' their fourth dual point.

On court two Raelyn White and Anna Long were paired together for the first time this season. The pair dropped a back and forth first set 17-21. Another close set from Long and White but GCU managed to hold and win 19-21, giving GCU their first and only dual point.

FSU 5, No. 11 Stetson 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the court to dominate No. 11, Stetson. Caitlin Moon and Alexis Durish started off strong with a 21-17 win in set one on court four. In the second set Moon and Durish hit another groove and went to another 21-17 set win, giving the Seminoles their first dual point.

On court five, Alex Hilton and Makenna Wolfe had a close set go into extra points, but pulled out a 24-22 win. A strong surge by the pair pulled them to a quick 21-16 win in the second set, giving the Noles' their second dual point of the match.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were electric. The pair never trailed as they earned a 21-10 win in the first set. This momentum continued into the second set as Anderson and Kalkhoff easily won 21-17.

Courts two and three finished in similar fashion with Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon winning 21-14 in the first set and 21-12 in the second set on court three. On court two Raelyn White and Anna Long quickly put the Hatters away, with a 21-13 win in set one, and a 21-19 win in set two.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Shae Henson/Karin Zolnercikova (Stet) 21-10, 21-17
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Carol Ferraris/Anete Namike (Stet) 21-13, 21-19
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Gabriella Bramante/Audrey Gauthier (Stet) 21-14, 21-12
No. 4: Alexis Durish/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Aleksandra Stadnik/Noelle Weintraub (Stet) 21-17, 21-17
No. 5: Alex Hilton/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Lauren Della/Klea Sirois (Stet) 24-22, 21-16

Seminoles End Day Two of Tampa Inviational With Only One Loss.

TAMPA, Fla. - The second day of the Tampa Invitational Beach Volleyball Tournament kicked off with the No. 2 Florida State Seminoles taking on No. 3 TCU, Florida Gulf Coast and finishing the Invitational off against host Tampa.

No. 3 TCU 4, FSU 1

The Seminoles had their biggest test of the season so far facing off against No. 3 TCU and the two teams came to play.

On court four the Horned frogs took their first dual point of the match, beating Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon in two close sets. The first set finished 21-18 and the second set finished 21-16.

On court five, Alex Hilton and Makenna Wolfe had a three-set battle. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, then fought back from behind to take the second set 21-17. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Hilton and Wolfe but ultimately ended in favor of TCU, with the Horned Frogs getting the 15-13 win.

Court one finished with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fighting hard but dropping both sets 21-15 for TCU's third dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon had a tough three-set fight against the Horned Frogs. Polo and Chacon won the first set 21-15 and then dropped the second set 21-14. A back-and-forth third set went to extra points with TCU getting a 25-23 win.

On court two, Raelyn White and Anna Long also had a three-set battle. The duo dropped the first set 21-15 but battled back in the second set for a close 21-19 win, and the momentum carried White and Long to a 15-12 victory in the third set for the Seminoles' first point of the match.

FSU 3, FGCU 2

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Florida Gulf Coast. On court five Chloe Charles and Carra Sassack started hot winning the first set 21-15 and the two took a close second set 22-20 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Court four started with Maddie Trusty and Audrey Rothman winning the first set 21-16. The two battled in the second set taking it to extra points before ultimately dropping the set 22-20. TCU took a close third set 15-12.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were dominant in the first set winning a quick 21-13 victory. The pair continued their stellar effort with a 21-10 win in the second set, giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Court two sent the Seminoles into another third set. Caitlin Godwin and Anna Long won the first set 21-11. The duo then dropped the second set 21-15. In a hard-fought third set that went to extra points, the duo lost 16-14 giving FGCU their second dual point of the match.

On court three Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time getting the Noles their second dual point of the match. The pair played a defensive game in the first set winning 21-11 without trailing FGCU. It was a similar story in the second set, with Polo and Koenig getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 4, Tampa 1

The last match of the day has the Noles facing off against Tampa. FSU came out hot with Chloe Charles and Makenna Wolfe getting a 21-15 win in the first set on court 5 and making quick work of the second with a 21-11 win.

Court four started with Carra Sassack and Audrey Rothman dropping a close 17-21 first set. The pair fought back in the second taking it to extra points before getting the win 24-22.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time winning the first set 21-15 on court three. The duo quickly took a 21-12 win over Tampa in the second set giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Playing on court two Raelyn White and Anna Long wasted no time getting the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match winning 21-14 and 21-16. They managed to get the second set into extra points but ultimately lost 22-20 giving Tampa its only dual point.

No. 1: Daniela Alvarez/Tania Moreno (TCU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-15, 21-15
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Sutton MacTavish/Kate Privett (TCU) 15-21, 21-19, 15-12
No. 3: Anhelina Khmil/Ana Vergara (TCU) d. Morgan Chacon/Jordan Polo (FSU) 15-21, 21-14, 25-23
No. 4: Maria Gonzalez/Hailey Hamlett (TCU) d. Alexis Durish/Caitlin Moon (FSU) 21-18, 21-16
No. 5: Hailey Brockett/Rochelle Scott (TCU) d. Alex Hilton/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) 21-16, 17-21, 15-13

Seminoles End Day Two of Tampa Inviational With Only One Loss.

TAMPA, Fla. - The second day of the Tampa Invitational Beach Volleyball Tournament kicked off with the No. 2 Florida State Seminoles taking on No. 3 TCU, Florida Gulf Coast and finishing the Invitational off against host Tampa.

No. 3 TCU 4, FSU 1

The Seminoles had their biggest test of the season so far facing off against No. 3 TCU and the two teams came to play.

On court four the Horned frogs took their first dual point of the match, beating Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon in two close sets. The first set finished 21-18 and the second set finished 21-16.

On court five, Alex Hilton and Makenna Wolfe had a three-set battle. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, then fought back from behind to take the second set 21-17. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Hilton and Wolfe but ultimately ended in favor of TCU, with the Horned Frogs getting the 15-13 win.

Court one finished with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fighting hard but dropping both sets 21-15 for TCU's third dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon had a tough three-set fight against the Horned Frogs. Polo and Chacon won the first set 21-15 and then dropped the second set 21-14. A back-and-forth third set went to extra points with TCU getting a 25-23 win.

On court two, Raelyn White and Anna Long also had a three-set battle. The duo dropped the first set 21-15 but battled back in the second set for a close 21-19 win, and the momentum carried White and Long to a 15-12 victory in the third set for the Seminoles' first point of the match.

FSU 3, FGCU 2

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Florida Gulf Coast. On court five Chloe Charles and Carra Sassack started hot winning the first set 21-15 and the two took a close second set 22-20 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Court four started with Maddie Trusty and Audrey Rothman winning the first set 21-16. The two battled in the second set taking it to extra points before ultimately dropping the set 22-20. TCU took a close third set 15-12.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were dominant in the first set winning a quick 21-13 victory. The pair continued their stellar effort with a 21-10 win in the second set, giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Court two sent the Seminoles into another third set. Caitlin Godwin and Anna Long won the first set 21-11. The duo then dropped the second set 21-15. In a hard-fought third set that went to extra points, the duo lost 16-14 giving FGCU their second dual point of the match.

On court three Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time getting the Noles their second dual point of the match. The pair played a defensive game in the first set winning 21-11 without trailing FGCU. It was a similar story in the second set, with Polo and Koenig getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 4, Tampa 1

The last match of the day has the Noles facing off against Tampa. FSU came out hot with Chloe Charles and Makenna Wolfe getting a 21-15 win in the first set on court 5 and making quick work of the second with a 21-11 win.

Court four started with Carra Sassack and Audrey Rothman dropping a close 17-21 first set. The pair fought back in the second taking it to extra points before getting the win 24-22.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time winning the first set 21-15 on court three. The duo quickly took a 21-12 win over Tampa in the second set giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Playing on court two Raelyn White and Anna Long wasted no time getting the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match winning 21-14 and 21-16. They managed to get the second set into extra points but ultimately lost 22-20 giving Tampa its only dual point.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Kacie Johnson/Maddison Parmelly (FGCU) 21-13, 21-10
No. 2: Shelby Beisner/Trinity Rosales (FGCU) d. Caitlin Godwin/Anna Long (FSU) 12-21, 21-15, 16-14
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Dylan Brewer/Nicole De Oliveira (FGCU) 21-14, 21-16
No. 4: Lexie Hamilton/Kaitlyn Luebbers (FGCU) d. Audrey Rothman/Maddie Trusty (FSU) 16-21, 22-20, 15-12
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Jacqueline Carpenter/Krista Gluc (FGCU) 21-15, 22-20

Seminoles End Day Two of Tampa Inviational With Only One Loss.

TAMPA, Fla. - The second day of the Tampa Invitational Beach Volleyball Tournament kicked off with the No. 2 Florida State Seminoles taking on No. 3 TCU, Florida Gulf Coast and finishing the Invitational off against host Tampa.

No. 3 TCU 4, FSU 1

The Seminoles had their biggest test of the season so far facing off against No. 3 TCU and the two teams came to play.

On court four the Horned frogs took their first dual point of the match, beating Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon in two close sets. The first set finished 21-18 and the second set finished 21-16.

On court five, Alex Hilton and Makenna Wolfe had a three-set battle. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, then fought back from behind to take the second set 21-17. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Hilton and Wolfe but ultimately ended in favor of TCU, with the Horned Frogs getting the 15-13 win.

Court one finished with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fighting hard but dropping both sets 21-15 for TCU's third dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon had a tough three-set fight against the Horned Frogs. Polo and Chacon won the first set 21-15 and then dropped the second set 21-14. A back-and-forth third set went to extra points with TCU getting a 25-23 win.

On court two, Raelyn White and Anna Long also had a three-set battle. The duo dropped the first set 21-15 but battled back in the second set for a close 21-19 win, and the momentum carried White and Long to a 15-12 victory in the third set for the Seminoles' first point of the match.

FSU 3, FGCU 2

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Florida Gulf Coast. On court five Chloe Charles and Carra Sassack started hot winning the first set 21-15 and the two took a close second set 22-20 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Court four started with Maddie Trusty and Audrey Rothman winning the first set 21-16. The two battled in the second set taking it to extra points before ultimately dropping the set 22-20. TCU took a close third set 15-12.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were dominant in the first set winning a quick 21-13 victory. The pair continued their stellar effort with a 21-10 win in the second set, giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Court two sent the Seminoles into another third set. Caitlin Godwin and Anna Long won the first set 21-11. The duo then dropped the second set 21-15. In a hard-fought third set that went to extra points, the duo lost 16-14 giving FGCU their second dual point of the match.

On court three Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time getting the Noles their second dual point of the match. The pair played a defensive game in the first set winning 21-11 without trailing FGCU. It was a similar story in the second set, with Polo and Koenig getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 4, Tampa 1

The last match of the day has the Noles facing off against Tampa. FSU came out hot with Chloe Charles and Makenna Wolfe getting a 21-15 win in the first set on court 5 and making quick work of the second with a 21-11 win.

Court four started with Carra Sassack and Audrey Rothman dropping a close 17-21 first set. The pair fought back in the second taking it to extra points before getting the win 24-22.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time winning the first set 21-15 on court three. The duo quickly took a 21-12 win over Tampa in the second set giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Playing on court two Raelyn White and Anna Long wasted no time getting the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match winning 21-14 and 21-16. They managed to get the second set into extra points but ultimately lost 22-20 giving Tampa its only dual point.

No. 1: Payton Brunick/Julia Oswald (UT) d. Cassie Anderson/Madison Binkley (FSU) 21-12, 22-20
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Cassidy Ehrie/Angel Williams (UT) 21-14, 21-16
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Hailey Wolfe/Nevaeh Wolfe (UT) 21-15, 21-12
No. 4: Audrey Rothman/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Madison Brunick/Keely Hamilton (UT) 17-21, 24-22, 15-7
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Kalli Cors/Leah Williams (UT) 21-15, 21-11

Seminoles Sweep Day of Duals in Atlanta.

ATLANTA, Ga. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles had a short week after finishing the Tampa Invitational, traveling to Atlanta to take part in the Day of Duals. The Noles took care of business knocking off No. 20 Coastal Carolina, Mercer University, and No. 10 Georgia State.

FSU 5, No. 20 CCU 0

The Seminoles started the Day of Duals with a match against No. 20 Coastal Carolina. In their second meeting on the sand this season, Florida State came away with another 5-0 win.

On court five the Noles took the first dual point of the match with Makenna Wolfe and Carra Sassack taking care of business winning the first set 21-11 and the second set 21-16.

On court four, Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon had a three-set battle. The pair won the first set 21-15 then dropped a close second set 21-19. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Durish and Moon which helped them get the Noles their second dual point of the match with a 17-15 win.

Court three followed a similar result as court five with Morgan Chacon and Jordan Polo refusing to hit the brakes on the Noles' momentum. Chacon and Polo won their first set 21-13 and the second set quickly followed with a 21-15 win.

On court two there was another three-set fight. Anna Long and Raelyn White dropped a very close first set 21-19. The duo then won a quick second set 21-15, before going into extra points in the third set to get the 16-14 win giving the Seminoles their fourth dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played well on court one. The pair won the first set 21-19 and then dropped a second set that went into extra points 23-21. Anderson and Kalkhoff refused to let the Chanticleers capitalize and won the third set 15-9.

FSU 5, Mercer 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Mercer University. On court five Chloe Charles and Audrey Rothman started hot winning the first set 21-13. The pair stayed hot and quickly took the second set 21-12.

Court four started with Alexis Durish and Morgan Chacon winning the first set 21-14. The pair did not allow Mercer to reach double-digit points in the second set taking a 21-8 win that gave the Noles their second dual point.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Cassie Anderson dominated the first set 21-18. The sisters were paired together for the first time this season and won their second set in extra points 25-23.

On court two, Anna Long and Raelyn White also took care of business. The pair won 21-11 in the first set on some very good defensive play. The second set saw them continue their outstanding defense in a 21-16 win.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time picking up where they left off on Court three when they were paired together at the Tampa Invitational. The pair played a close game in the first set but got the win 22-20. In the second set, Polo and Koenig seemed to find their groove with the duo getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 5, No. 10 Georgia State 0

The last match of the day had the Seminoles facing off against host No. 10 Georgia State. FSU came out hot with Carra Sassack and Makenna Wolfe playing great defense which led to a 21-18 win in the first set and a 21-18 win in the second set.

Court four started with Caitlin Moon and Alexis Durish dominating the court. The pair won the first set 21-16 and followed suit with a very quick 21-12 win in the second set which gave the Noles their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff did not drop a set to the ranked Panthers in their match. The pair finished the first set with an impressive 21-11 win. The pair got the Noles their third dual point with a 21-16 win.

Anna Long and Raelyn White had close sets in their match with the first a win 21-19. The duo was able to hold on for the 21-18 win in the second set which gave the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon dominated on court three. Polo and Chacon won 21-14 in the first set off of great defensive play. The momentum carried the two into the second set where they won 21-17.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Marine Kragholm/Sarah Riedell (CCU) 21-19, 21-23, 15-9
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Ellie Hanford/Madie Lichty (CCU) 19-21, 21-15, 16-14
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Riley Melton/Elena Sandez (CCU) 21-13, 21-15
No. 4: Alexis Durish/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Madison Allred/Raydel Ehlers (CCU) 21-15, 19-21, 17-15
No. 5: Carra Sassack/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Emma Kunaus/Celia Ryan (CCU) 21-11, 21-16

Seminoles Sweep Day of Duals in Atlanta.

ATLANTA, Ga. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles had a short week after finishing the Tampa Invitational, traveling to Atlanta to take part in the Day of Duals. The Noles took care of business knocking off No. 20 Coastal Carolina, Mercer University, and No. 10 Georgia State.

FSU 5, No. 20 CCU 0

The Seminoles started the Day of Duals with a match against No. 20 Coastal Carolina. In their second meeting on the sand this season, Florida State came away with another 5-0 win.

On court five the Noles took the first dual point of the match with Makenna Wolfe and Carra Sassack taking care of business winning the first set 21-11 and the second set 21-16.

On court four, Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon had a three-set battle. The pair won the first set 21-15 then dropped a close second set 21-19. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Durish and Moon which helped them get the Noles their second dual point of the match with a 17-15 win.

Court three followed a similar result as court five with Morgan Chacon and Jordan Polo refusing to hit the brakes on the Noles' momentum. Chacon and Polo won their first set 21-13 and the second set quickly followed with a 21-15 win.

On court two there was another three-set fight. Anna Long and Raelyn White dropped a very close first set 21-19. The duo then won a quick second set 21-15, before going into extra points in the third set to get the 16-14 win giving the Seminoles their fourth dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played well on court one. The pair won the first set 21-19 and then dropped a second set that went into extra points 23-21. Anderson and Kalkhoff refused to let the Chanticleers capitalize and won the third set 15-9.

FSU 5, Mercer 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Mercer University. On court five Chloe Charles and Audrey Rothman started hot winning the first set 21-13. The pair stayed hot and quickly took the second set 21-12.

Court four started with Alexis Durish and Morgan Chacon winning the first set 21-14. The pair did not allow Mercer to reach double-digit points in the second set taking a 21-8 win that gave the Noles their second dual point.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Cassie Anderson dominated the first set 21-18. The sisters were paired together for the first time this season and won their second set in extra points 25-23.

On court two, Anna Long and Raelyn White also took care of business. The pair won 21-11 in the first set on some very good defensive play. The second set saw them continue their outstanding defense in a 21-16 win.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time picking up where they left off on Court three when they were paired together at the Tampa Invitational. The pair played a close game in the first set but got the win 22-20. In the second set, Polo and Koenig seemed to find their groove with the duo getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 5, No. 10 Georgia State 0

The last match of the day had the Seminoles facing off against host No. 10 Georgia State. FSU came out hot with Carra Sassack and Makenna Wolfe playing great defense which led to a 21-18 win in the first set and a 21-18 win in the second set.

Court four started with Caitlin Moon and Alexis Durish dominating the court. The pair won the first set 21-16 and followed suit with a very quick 21-12 win in the second set which gave the Noles their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff did not drop a set to the ranked Panthers in their match. The pair finished the first set with an impressive 21-11 win. The pair got the Noles their third dual point with a 21-16 win.

Anna Long and Raelyn White had close sets in their match with the first a win 21-19. The duo was able to hold on for the 21-18 win in the second set which gave the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon dominated on court three. Polo and Chacon won 21-14 in the first set off of great defensive play. The momentum carried the two into the second set where they won 21-17.

No. 1: Cassie Anderson/Maddie Anderson (FSU) d. Jordan Paddock/Lexi Polychrones (MU) 21-18, 25-23
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Kate Hardie/Nicole O'Mara (MU) 21-11, 21-16
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Sydney Bensen/Jordyn Thomas-Warren (MU) 22-20, 21-16
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Alexis Durish (FSU) d. Hollis Engel/Alyssa Scoggins (MU) 21-14, 21-8
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Audrey Rothman (FSU) d. Katy Corbett/Reese Hood (MU) 21-13, 21-12

Seminoles Sweep Day of Duals in Atlanta.

ATLANTA, Ga. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles had a short week after finishing the Tampa Invitational, traveling to Atlanta to take part in the Day of Duals. The Noles took care of business knocking off No. 20 Coastal Carolina, Mercer University, and No. 10 Georgia State.

FSU 5, No. 20 CCU 0

The Seminoles started the Day of Duals with a match against No. 20 Coastal Carolina. In their second meeting on the sand this season, Florida State came away with another 5-0 win.

On court five the Noles took the first dual point of the match with Makenna Wolfe and Carra Sassack taking care of business winning the first set 21-11 and the second set 21-16.

On court four, Alexis Durish and Caitlin Moon had a three-set battle. The pair won the first set 21-15 then dropped a close second set 21-19. The third set was back and forth with an incredible effort from Durish and Moon which helped them get the Noles their second dual point of the match with a 17-15 win.

Court three followed a similar result as court five with Morgan Chacon and Jordan Polo refusing to hit the brakes on the Noles' momentum. Chacon and Polo won their first set 21-13 and the second set quickly followed with a 21-15 win.

On court two there was another three-set fight. Anna Long and Raelyn White dropped a very close first set 21-19. The duo then won a quick second set 21-15, before going into extra points in the third set to get the 16-14 win giving the Seminoles their fourth dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played well on court one. The pair won the first set 21-19 and then dropped a second set that went into extra points 23-21. Anderson and Kalkhoff refused to let the Chanticleers capitalize and won the third set 15-9.

FSU 5, Mercer 0

After a brief break, the Seminoles returned to the sand to face Mercer University. On court five Chloe Charles and Audrey Rothman started hot winning the first set 21-13. The pair stayed hot and quickly took the second set 21-12.

Court four started with Alexis Durish and Morgan Chacon winning the first set 21-14. The pair did not allow Mercer to reach double-digit points in the second set taking a 21-8 win that gave the Noles their second dual point.

On court one Maddie Anderson and Cassie Anderson dominated the first set 21-18. The sisters were paired together for the first time this season and won their second set in extra points 25-23.

On court two, Anna Long and Raelyn White also took care of business. The pair won 21-11 in the first set on some very good defensive play. The second set saw them continue their outstanding defense in a 21-16 win.

Jordan Polo and Audrey Koenig wasted no time picking up where they left off on Court three when they were paired together at the Tampa Invitational. The pair played a close game in the first set but got the win 22-20. In the second set, Polo and Koenig seemed to find their groove with the duo getting a 21-16 win.

FSU 5, No. 10 Georgia State 0

The last match of the day had the Seminoles facing off against host No. 10 Georgia State. FSU came out hot with Carra Sassack and Makenna Wolfe playing great defense which led to a 21-18 win in the first set and a 21-18 win in the second set.

Court four started with Caitlin Moon and Alexis Durish dominating the court. The pair won the first set 21-16 and followed suit with a very quick 21-12 win in the second set which gave the Noles their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff did not drop a set to the ranked Panthers in their match. The pair finished the first set with an impressive 21-11 win. The pair got the Noles their third dual point with a 21-16 win.

Anna Long and Raelyn White had close sets in their match with the first a win 21-19. The duo was able to hold on for the 21-18 win in the second set which gave the Seminoles their fourth dual point of the match.

Jordan Polo and Morgan Chacon dominated on court three. Polo and Chacon won 21-14 in the first set off of great defensive play. The momentum carried the two into the second set where they won 21-17.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Angel Ferary/Bella Ferary (GSU) 21-11, 21-16
No. 2: Anna Long/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Kelly Dorn/Elise Saga (GSU) 21-19, 21-18
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Lila Bordis/Yasmin Kuck (GSU) 21-14, 21-17
No. 4: Alexis Durish/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Maddy Delmonte/Ayla Johnson (GSU) 21-16, 21-12
No. 5: Carra Sassack/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Aliisa Vuorinen/Destiny White (GSU) 21-18, 21-18

Beach Volleyball Splits First Day at March to May

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles (12-1) took to the sand for the first day of the March to May Tournament, sweeping No. 19 Tulane and narrowly losing to No. 3 UCLA. Due to inclement weather and delays, all of today's matches were played to decision.

FSU 3, No. 19 Tulane 0

The Seminoles started March to May with a match against No. 19 Tulane. The two teams last met at this same tournament last year, where the Noles came away with a 5-0 win. This win moves the all-time record to 16-0 in favor of FSU.

On court two Anna Long and Jordan Polo took care of business playing a great defensive first set, not letting Tulane get to double-digit points, and winning 21-7. The second set was more of the same with Long and Polo quickly winning 21-10 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack had a close first set, winning 21-18. The momentum carried over into the second set, and the pair quickly dominated the court winning 21-7 and giving FSU their second dual point.

On court five Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish battled for the Noles' third dual point. The pair swept the sets 21-14 and 21-13 giving the Noles the win.

Courts one, two, and three, went unfinished as the match had already been decided by the Seminoles' three dual points.

FSU 2, No. 3 UCLA 3

After a break and multiple rain delays, Florida State took on No. 3 UCLA, whose narrow win Friday moved their the redord to 12-8 over the Noles.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff battled on court one for two straight sets. The first set was a narrow 21-18 loss. The duo fought hard but dropped the second set 21-17, giving UCLA their first dual point.

On court five, Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish had a three-set bout. The first set went to extra points with Wolfe and Durish getting a 22-20 win. The second set was all UCLA in a 21-11 win, but the FSU duo bounced back with 15-9 win in the third set giving the Noles their first dual point of the match.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack had three close sets to give the Noles their second dual point. The pair dropped the first set 21-15 but battled back in the second to win 21-19. A back-and-forth third set ended with Chacon and Sassack getting a 15-13 win.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White kept their sets close on court four. The pair dropped the first set 21-19 and fought hard in the second set taking it to extra points. Despite the effort, the duo lost 23-21 giving UCLA their second dual point.

The deciding match on court two was an absolute battle for both teams as the winner of this duel won the match. Anna Long and Jordan Polo took the first set in extra points, 28-26. The UCLA pair came out hot in the second set, winning 21-16. The energy was at a high during the deciding third set on both sides with both teams going back and forth and Polo and Long playing great defense. Despite FSU's effort, UCLA won 15-12 in the third giving them their third dual point and the match win.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) vs. Mollie Ebertin/Kendall Peters (TU) 19-21, 13-16 dnf
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Sara Hall/Maddie Speicher (TU) 21-7, 21-10
No. 3: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) vs. Emily Heintzelman/Samantha Mehlman (TU) 22-20, 8-10 dnf
No. 4: Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Abby Jackson/Ashton Mares (TU) 21-18, 21-7
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Savka Popovic/Lara Torruella (TU) 21-14, 21-13

Beach Volleyball Splits First Day at March to May

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles (12-1) took to the sand for the first day of the March to May Tournament, sweeping No. 19 Tulane and narrowly losing to No. 3 UCLA. Due to inclement weather and delays, all of today's matches were played to decision.

FSU 3, No. 19 Tulane 0

The Seminoles started March to May with a match against No. 19 Tulane. The two teams last met at this same tournament last year, where the Noles came away with a 5-0 win. This win moves the all-time record to 16-0 in favor of FSU.

On court two Anna Long and Jordan Polo took care of business playing a great defensive first set, not letting Tulane get to double-digit points, and winning 21-7. The second set was more of the same with Long and Polo quickly winning 21-10 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack had a close first set, winning 21-18. The momentum carried over into the second set, and the pair quickly dominated the court winning 21-7 and giving FSU their second dual point.

On court five Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish battled for the Noles' third dual point. The pair swept the sets 21-14 and 21-13 giving the Noles the win.

Courts one, two, and three, went unfinished as the match had already been decided by the Seminoles' three dual points.

FSU 2, No. 3 UCLA 3

After a break and multiple rain delays, Florida State took on No. 3 UCLA, whose narrow win Friday moved their the redord to 12-8 over the Noles.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff battled on court one for two straight sets. The first set was a narrow 21-18 loss. The duo fought hard but dropped the second set 21-17, giving UCLA their first dual point.

On court five, Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish had a three-set bout. The first set went to extra points with Wolfe and Durish getting a 22-20 win. The second set was all UCLA in a 21-11 win, but the FSU duo bounced back with 15-9 win in the third set giving the Noles their first dual point of the match.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack had three close sets to give the Noles their second dual point. The pair dropped the first set 21-15 but battled back in the second to win 21-19. A back-and-forth third set ended with Chacon and Sassack getting a 15-13 win.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White kept their sets close on court four. The pair dropped the first set 21-19 and fought hard in the second set taking it to extra points. Despite the effort, the duo lost 23-21 giving UCLA their second dual point.

The deciding match on court two was an absolute battle for both teams as the winner of this duel won the match. Anna Long and Jordan Polo took the first set in extra points, 28-26. The UCLA pair came out hot in the second set, winning 21-16. The energy was at a high during the deciding third set on both sides with both teams going back and forth and Polo and Long playing great defense. Despite FSU's effort, UCLA won 15-12 in the third giving them their third dual point and the match win.

No. 1: Maggie Boyd/Lexy Denaburg (UCLA) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-18, 21-17
No. 2: Peri Brennan/Abby Van Winkle (UCLA) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 26-28, 21-16, 15-12
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Jessie Smith/Tessa Van Winkle (UCLA) 15-21, 21-19, 15-13
No. 4: Haley Hallgren/Rileigh Powers (UCLA) d. Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-19, 23-21
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Kelli Greene-Agnew/Natalie Myszkowski (UCLA) 22-20, 11-21, 15-9

Seminoles Sweep Day Two of March to May

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (13-2) won two matches against conference foes No. 6 LSU and No. 20 South Carolina. The Seminoles improved to 4-1 in CCSA play this weekend.

FSU 3, No. 6 LSU 2

The Seminoles faced No. 6 LSU for the first time this season and it was a thriller.

Court five got the action rolling for the Seminoles with Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe refusing to drop a set to LSU. The pair won the first set 21-19, and with great defensive play took the win in the second set 21-15.

Shortly after, Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White gave the Noles their second dual point with a three-set bout. The duo dropped the first set by a close 21-17 score, then came out hot in the second set forcing extra points to get the 22-20 win. The third set went back and forth, but great play by Moon and White led to a 15-12 victory.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff kept both sets close on court one, dropping the first 21-17. The duo forced the second set into extra points but could not hold off the Tigers and lost 24-22, giving LSU their first dual point of the match.

Court three was similar to court four with Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack taking their game to three sets as well. The duo lost the first set 21-19 but caught fire in the second set with a stellar 21-12 win. The third set was forced into extra points with Chacon and Sassack eventually losing 16-14.

Court two was the deciding game for both teams, with the score tied 2-, Anna Long and Jordan Polo played great defense in the first set with a 21-13 win. LSU forced the second set into extra points before winning 22-20. Long and Polo answered under pressure and once again played a great defensive game to get the win in the third set 15-12 giving the Seminoles the win.

FSU 4, No. 20 South Carolina 1

The Seminoles beat No. 20 South Carolina for the second time this season and by the same 4-1 score keeping them perfect at 20-0 for the series.

Court five earned the first dual point on the day winning a quick 21-13 in the first set. Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish played great defensively the entire game and won the second set 21-17.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White rode their momentum from their LSU match into this game on court four, refusing to allow South Carolina to win a set. The duo won the first set a quick 21-15 and followed suit in the second set with a 21-17 win giving the Noles their second dual point of the match.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon were dominant on court three holding South Carolina to less than 15 points in each set. The pair won the first set 21-14 and the second 21-12, clinching the win for the Noles with the third dual point of the match.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff took care of business on court one. The duo won the quick first set 21-16. Great defensive play carried the duo to a narrow 21-19 win in the second set, leading to the Noles fourth and final dual point.

On court two Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought a three-set battle to try and complete the sweep for the Seminoles. The duo won the first set 21-16, then dropped the second set in extra points 22-20. A close third set ensued with the duo narrowly losing 15-13.

No. 1: Kylie DeBerg/Ellie Shank (LSU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-17, 24-22
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Parker Bracken/Grace Seits (LSU) 21-13, 20-22, 15-11
No. 3: Reilly Allred/Hannah Brister (LSU) d. Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 12-21, 16-14
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Lara Boos/Ella Larkin (LSU) 17-21, 22-20, 15-12
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Amber Haynes/Melia Lindner (LSU) 21-19, 21-15

Seminoles Sweep Day Two of March to May

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (13-2) won two matches against conference foes No. 6 LSU and No. 20 South Carolina. The Seminoles improved to 4-1 in CCSA play this weekend.

FSU 3, No. 6 LSU 2

The Seminoles faced No. 6 LSU for the first time this season and it was a thriller.

Court five got the action rolling for the Seminoles with Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe refusing to drop a set to LSU. The pair won the first set 21-19, and with great defensive play took the win in the second set 21-15.

Shortly after, Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White gave the Noles their second dual point with a three-set bout. The duo dropped the first set by a close 21-17 score, then came out hot in the second set forcing extra points to get the 22-20 win. The third set went back and forth, but great play by Moon and White led to a 15-12 victory.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff kept both sets close on court one, dropping the first 21-17. The duo forced the second set into extra points but could not hold off the Tigers and lost 24-22, giving LSU their first dual point of the match.

Court three was similar to court four with Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack taking their game to three sets as well. The duo lost the first set 21-19 but caught fire in the second set with a stellar 21-12 win. The third set was forced into extra points with Chacon and Sassack eventually losing 16-14.

Court two was the deciding game for both teams, with the score tied 2-, Anna Long and Jordan Polo played great defense in the first set with a 21-13 win. LSU forced the second set into extra points before winning 22-20. Long and Polo answered under pressure and once again played a great defensive game to get the win in the third set 15-12 giving the Seminoles the win.

FSU 4, No. 20 South Carolina 1

The Seminoles beat No. 20 South Carolina for the second time this season and by the same 4-1 score keeping them perfect at 20-0 for the series.

Court five earned the first dual point on the day winning a quick 21-13 in the first set. Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish played great defensively the entire game and won the second set 21-17.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White rode their momentum from their LSU match into this game on court four, refusing to allow South Carolina to win a set. The duo won the first set a quick 21-15 and followed suit in the second set with a 21-17 win giving the Noles their second dual point of the match.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon were dominant on court three holding South Carolina to less than 15 points in each set. The pair won the first set 21-14 and the second 21-12, clinching the win for the Noles with the third dual point of the match.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff took care of business on court one. The duo won the quick first set 21-16. Great defensive play carried the duo to a narrow 21-19 win in the second set, leading to the Noles fourth and final dual point.

On court two Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought a three-set battle to try and complete the sweep for the Seminoles. The duo won the first set 21-16, then dropped the second set in extra points 22-20. A close third set ensued with the duo narrowly losing 15-13.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Skylar Allen/Simone Priebe (SC) 21-16, 21-19
No. 2: Kaeli Crews/Hannah Mackenhausen (SC) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 16-21, 22-20, 15-13
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Allison Coens/Lauren Wilcock (SC) 21-14, 21-12
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Jolie Cranford/Kennedy Westendorff (SC) 21-15, 21-17
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Sammy Ansei/Sadie Nelson (SC) 21-13, 21-17

Seminoles Sweep Day 3 of March to May.

by Ryan Hutchison

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (15-2) won their last match of the March to May Tournament against No. 10 Georgia State. The Seminoles improved to 16-2 following the win.

FSU 5, No. 10 GSU 0

The Seminoles faced No. 10 Georgia State for the second time this season and won by the same 5-0 score.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish continued their undefeated weekend with another win on court five. The pair's defense was outstanding in holding GSU to under 10 points in the first set in their 21-9 win. Their great defense carried over to the second set providing the pair with a 21-16 win in the second set.

Caitlin Moon and Raleyn White were consistent in winning both of their sets 21-15 and 21-17. The duo had an impressive weekend with their only loss against No. 3 UCLA.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had an impressive showing against the Sandy Panthers, winning the first set 21-16. The duo caught fire in the second set and did not allow Georgia State to get over 10 points with a 21-9 win, giving the Noles their third dual point of the match.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were also dominant in their match. The pair won a quick first set 21-11. They carried the momentum into the second set with a 21-17 win.

Court three was a hard-fought three-set battle with Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon getting the win and the fifth and final dual point for the Noles. Sassack and Chacon dropped the first set in extra points 22-20. The duo fought back in the second set and took it to extra points as well recording a narrow 24-22 victory. The third set was back and forth before the duo closed out strong winning 15-10.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Angel Ferary/Bella Ferary (GSU) 21-16, 21-9
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kelly Dorn/Elise Saga (GSU) 21-11, 21-17
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Lila Bordis/Yasmin Kuck (GSU) 20-22, 24-22, 15-10
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Maddy Delmonte/Ayla Johnson (GSU) 21-15, 21-17
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Aliisa Vuorinen/Destiny White (GSU) 21-9, 21-16

Seminoles Start LSU Invitational 3-0.

March 25, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

BATON ROUGE, La. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (20-2) won their first three matches of the LSU Invitational on Saturday.

FSU 5, Texas A&M Corpus Christi 0

The Seminoles faced Texas A&M Corpus Christi for the first time this season and came away with the win without dropping a set.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were efficient in giving the Noles their first dual point of the match. The pair won 21-8 in the first set and shut down the Islanders in the second set 21-10.

On court four Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon had similar success in their sets. The duo won 21-9 in the first set, but Moon and White did not let off the gas with a 21-10 win in the second set.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive dual history with their sixth consecutive win on court five since being paired together. Durish and Wolfe won the first set 21-14 and followed suit with a quick 21-9 victory in the second set.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played hard on court one. The duo took the first set to extra points but battled and won 22-20. The second set Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove and won 21-14.

On court three Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack had a defensive first set, taking the win 21-15. The duo started the second set off well, but ended up going back and forth with the set having a total of 56 points played. Sassack and Koenig ended up winning 29-27 giving the Noles their fifth and final dual point for the sweep.

FSU 4, No. 13 Washington 1

The Seminoles faced No. 13 Washington for the second time this season. The two teams ended with the same result from earlier in the season with the Noles taking the 4-1 win.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish came into this weekend as the CCSA Pair of the Week and proved why they deserved that honor with stellar play this weekend. The pair refused to allow the Huskies to score more than six points on court five, with a 21-6 win in the first set and a 21-5 win in the second set.

Anna Long and Joran Polo fought hard on court two but dropped both sets 21-19 in the first and 21-17 in the second to give Washington their first and only dual point.

On court four Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White had two very close sets. The duo won the first set 21-19 and battled again in the second to get a 21-17 win, taking the dual point in favor of the Noles.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack were consistent on court three. The pair defeated the Huskies 21-17 in the first set, and played great defense in the second set to get the 21-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a three set battle on court one. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, but caught fire and won the second set 21-14. The third set was hard fought and back-and-forth but Anderson and Kalkhoff dug deep and won 15-13.

FSU 4, Southern Miss 1

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Giuliana Corrales/Ashlyn Power (TXCC) 22-20, 21-14
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kristin Bobay/Chloe Tome (TXCC) 21-8, 21-10
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Jade Bennett/Tori Johnson (TXCC) 21-15, 29-27
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Hannah Doyle/Maria Fernandes (TXCC) 21-9, 21-10
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Raven Jordan/Kela Moreno (TXCC) 21-14, 21-9

Seminoles Start LSU Invitational 3-0.

March 25, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

BATON ROUGE, La. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (20-2) won their first three matches of the LSU Invitational on Saturday.

FSU 5, Texas A&M Corpus Christi 0

The Seminoles faced Texas A&M Corpus Christi for the first time this season and came away with the win without dropping a set.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were efficient in giving the Noles their first dual point of the match. The pair won 21-8 in the first set and shut down the Islanders in the second set 21-10.

On court four Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon had similar success in their sets. The duo won 21-9 in the first set, but Moon and White did not let off the gas with a 21-10 win in the second set.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive dual history with their sixth consecutive win on court five since being paired together. Durish and Wolfe won the first set 21-14 and followed suit with a quick 21-9 victory in the second set.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played hard on court one. The duo took the first set to extra points but battled and won 22-20. The second set Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove and won 21-14.

On court three Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack had a defensive first set, taking the win 21-15. The duo started the second set off well, but ended up going back and forth with the set having a total of 56 points played. Sassack and Koenig ended up winning 29-27 giving the Noles their fifth and final dual point for the sweep.

FSU 4, No. 13 Washington 1

The Seminoles faced No. 13 Washington for the second time this season. The two teams ended with the same result from earlier in the season with the Noles taking the 4-1 win.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish came into this weekend as the CCSA Pair of the Week and proved why they deserved that honor with stellar play this weekend. The pair refused to allow the Huskies to score more than six points on court five, with a 21-6 win in the first set and a 21-5 win in the second set.

Anna Long and Joran Polo fought hard on court two but dropped both sets 21-19 in the first and 21-17 in the second to give Washington their first and only dual point.

On court four Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White had two very close sets. The duo won the first set 21-19 and battled again in the second to get a 21-17 win, taking the dual point in favor of the Noles.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack were consistent on court three. The pair defeated the Huskies 21-17 in the first set, and played great defense in the second set to get the 21-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a three set battle on court one. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, but caught fire and won the second set 21-14. The third set was hard fought and back-and-forth but Anderson and Kalkhoff dug deep and won 15-13.

FSU 4, Southern Miss 1

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Chloe Loreen/Natalie Robinson (UWa) 16-21, 21-14, 15-13
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kendall Mather/Piper Monk-Heidrich (UWa) 21-17, 21-13
No. 3: Paloma Bowman/Scarlett Dahl (UWa) d. Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 21-17
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Teagan DeFalco/Mary Sinclair (UWa) 21-19, 21-18
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Shannon Gormally/Hannah Yerex (UWa) 21-6, 21-5

Seminoles Start LSU Invitational 3-0.

March 25, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

BATON ROUGE, La. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (20-2) won their first three matches of the LSU Invitational on Saturday.

FSU 5, Texas A&M Corpus Christi 0

The Seminoles faced Texas A&M Corpus Christi for the first time this season and came away with the win without dropping a set.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were efficient in giving the Noles their first dual point of the match. The pair won 21-8 in the first set and shut down the Islanders in the second set 21-10.

On court four Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon had similar success in their sets. The duo won 21-9 in the first set, but Moon and White did not let off the gas with a 21-10 win in the second set.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive dual history with their sixth consecutive win on court five since being paired together. Durish and Wolfe won the first set 21-14 and followed suit with a quick 21-9 victory in the second set.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played hard on court one. The duo took the first set to extra points but battled and won 22-20. The second set Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove and won 21-14.

On court three Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack had a defensive first set, taking the win 21-15. The duo started the second set off well, but ended up going back and forth with the set having a total of 56 points played. Sassack and Koenig ended up winning 29-27 giving the Noles their fifth and final dual point for the sweep.

FSU 4, No. 13 Washington 1

The Seminoles faced No. 13 Washington for the second time this season. The two teams ended with the same result from earlier in the season with the Noles taking the 4-1 win.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish came into this weekend as the CCSA Pair of the Week and proved why they deserved that honor with stellar play this weekend. The pair refused to allow the Huskies to score more than six points on court five, with a 21-6 win in the first set and a 21-5 win in the second set.

Anna Long and Joran Polo fought hard on court two but dropped both sets 21-19 in the first and 21-17 in the second to give Washington their first and only dual point.

On court four Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White had two very close sets. The duo won the first set 21-19 and battled again in the second to get a 21-17 win, taking the dual point in favor of the Noles.

Morgan Chacon and Carra Sassack were consistent on court three. The pair defeated the Huskies 21-17 in the first set, and played great defense in the second set to get the 21-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a three set battle on court one. The pair dropped the first set 21-16, but caught fire and won the second set 21-14. The third set was hard fought and back-and-forth but Anderson and Kalkhoff dug deep and won 15-13.

FSU 4, Southern Miss 1

No. 1: Ola Chudzik/Vanessa Hurnikova (USM) d. Cassie Anderson/Madison Binkley (FSU) 21-19, 21-16
No. 2: Angeline Bergner/Caitlin Godwin (FSU) d. Taylor Pierce/Reagan Sandlin (USM) 21-19, 21-16
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Hallie Phelan/Valeria Siakidou (USM) 21-19, 21-13
No. 4: Audrey Rothman/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Kellie Garraway/Morgan Perry (USM) 21-15, 21-11
No. 5: Chloe Charles/Alex Hilton (FSU) d. Madison Cassidy/Ashlyn Rough (USM) 21-16, 21-17

Noles Finish LSU Invitational Undefeated.

March 26, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

BATON ROUGE, La. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (16-2) ended the LSU Invitational Undefeated.

FSU 3, Spring Hill College 0

The Seminoles opened up the second day of the LSU Invitational with a sweep over Spring Hill College.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive weekend with another win on court five. The duo won 21-15 in the first set and played a great defensive game in the second set to win 21-10 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo dominated court two in the first set winning 21-8. The pair kept the momentum going into the second set, which ended with a 21-14 win.

Caitlin Godwin and Audrey Koenig sealed the match point for the Seminoles on court three. The pair took the first set to extra points but pulled out a 22-20 win. The second set allowed Godwin and Koenig time to settle in and the pair clicked, winning 21-13 giving the Noles their third and final dual point.

Courts one and four went unfinished due to the matches going to decision.

FSU 3, No. 5 LSU 2

The last match of the day was a battle against host team and conference foe No. 5 LSU.

Court three started with Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles dropping the first set 21-19. The pair fought hard in the second set taking it to extra points, but ultimately fell 24-22, giving the Tigers their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo played well on court two consistently staying ahead of the LSU pair. Long and Polo won the first set 21-17. The duo followed up with a 21-16 win in the second set to give the Seminoles their first dual point.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe had a three set battle on court five. LSU took the first set 21-16, but Durish and Wolfe weren't phased. The pair won the second set 21-12 and kept that momentum into the third set to win 15-12.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn white battled hard on court four but fell in three sets to LSU. The pair dropped the first set 21-18, then came back and won the second set 21-15. White and Moon fought in the third set but fell 15-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff came in clutch for the Seminoles, as their court was the deciding dual point of the match. The first set totaled 68 points with Anderson and Kalkhoff winning 35-33. The duo caught fire in the second set, refusing to trail to the Tigers, and got the clinching dual point with a 21-14 win.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) vs. Jessica Fairly/Kassandra Fairly (SHC) 21-15 dnf
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Jaylyne Bell/Mikayla Boyer (SHC) 21-8, 21-14
No. 3: Caitlin Godwin/Audrey Koenig (FSU) d. Linnea Beger/Kyla Shappell (SHC) 22-20, 21-13
No. 4: Chloe Charles/Audrey Rothman (FSU) vs. Brooke Borgmeyer/Elizabeth Hardouin (SHC) 23-21 dnf
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Lily Mascari/Emily Weinzapfel (SHC) 21-15, 21-10

Noles Finish LSU Invitational Undefeated.

March 26, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

BATON ROUGE, La. - The fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles (16-2) ended the LSU Invitational Undefeated.

FSU 3, Spring Hill College 0

The Seminoles opened up the second day of the LSU Invitational with a sweep over Spring Hill College.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive weekend with another win on court five. The duo won 21-15 in the first set and played a great defensive game in the second set to win 21-10 giving the Noles their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo dominated court two in the first set winning 21-8. The pair kept the momentum going into the second set, which ended with a 21-14 win.

Caitlin Godwin and Audrey Koenig sealed the match point for the Seminoles on court three. The pair took the first set to extra points but pulled out a 22-20 win. The second set allowed Godwin and Koenig time to settle in and the pair clicked, winning 21-13 giving the Noles their third and final dual point.

Courts one and four went unfinished due to the matches going to decision.

FSU 3, No. 5 LSU 2

The last match of the day was a battle against host team and conference foe No. 5 LSU.

Court three started with Carra Sassack and Chloe Charles dropping the first set 21-19. The pair fought hard in the second set taking it to extra points, but ultimately fell 24-22, giving the Tigers their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo played well on court two consistently staying ahead of the LSU pair. Long and Polo won the first set 21-17. The duo followed up with a 21-16 win in the second set to give the Seminoles their first dual point.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe had a three set battle on court five. LSU took the first set 21-16, but Durish and Wolfe weren't phased. The pair won the second set 21-12 and kept that momentum into the third set to win 15-12.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn white battled hard on court four but fell in three sets to LSU. The pair dropped the first set 21-18, then came back and won the second set 21-15. White and Moon fought in the third set but fell 15-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff came in clutch for the Seminoles, as their court was the deciding dual point of the match. The first set totaled 68 points with Anderson and Kalkhoff winning 35-33. The duo caught fire in the second set, refusing to trail to the Tigers, and got the clinching dual point with a 21-14 win.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Kylie DeBerg/Ellie Shank (LSU) 35-33, 21-14
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Parker Bracken/Grace Seits (LSU) 21-17, 21-16
No. 3: Reilly Allred/Hannah Brister (LSU) d. Chloe Charles/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 24-33
No. 4: Lara Boos/Ella Larkin (LSU) d. Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-18, 15-21, 15-13
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Cassidy Chambers/Melia Lindner (LSU) 16-21, 21-12, 15-12

Seminoles Split Day One of East vs West.

by Ryan Hutchison

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. - The Florida State Seminoles split the first day of the East to West Tournament, winning against No. 8 Hawaii 4-1 and losing to No. 3 USC 3-2.

FSU 4, No. 8 Hawaii 1

Court four got the action started for the Noles with a quick three-set dual. Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon dropped the first set a close 21-19, but came out swinging in the second set winning 21-14. In the third set Moon and White played well defensively and got the 15-10 win giving the Noles their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo also had a three-set battle on court two. Long and Polo lost the first set 21-17 but fought back in the second set to win 21-16 and force the third set. The third set was back and forth but the duo was able to grind out the extra point win 17-15.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig dominated on court three. The pair won a quick 21-11 in the first set. Hawaii kept the second set closer but Koenig and Sassack held out defensively winning 21-17.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their dominant play into this tournament. The pair won the first set 21-14 and took the second set to extra points before dropping 22-20. Wolfe and Durish found their groove in the third set and did not allow Hawaii to score more than seven points, winning 15-6.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard in their match but were unable to pull out the win. The duo lost the first set in extra points 22-20 and the second set 21-15.

FSU 2, No. 3 USC 3

In a national championship rematch from 2022 Florida State lost a heartbreaker to USC on a clinch point.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig kept their sets close but ultimately lost the first set 21-19 and the second set 21-18 giving USC their first dual point.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon played extremely well on court four. The pair won 21-16 in the first set then dropped a close second set 21-18. The third set was back and forth but White and Moon pulled ahead towards the end and won 15-11, giving the Noles their first dual point.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish continued their impressive day with a three set battle on court five. The pair won the first set 21-16 but dropped the second set 21-16. The third set was where Wolfe and Durish once again found their groove, and quickly put away the Trojans 15-8.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were in a heavyweight bout on court one. The duo won the first set 21-15 but dropped the second set in extra points 25-23. The third set was back and forth but Anderson and Kalkhoff ultimately dropped the set 15-13.

With the dual points tied at 2-2 it came down to Anna Long and Jordan Polo on court three. The pair won the first set 21-18 with some great hustle plays. The second set was another close one with USC gaining the edge over the Noles with a 21-18 win. The third set was electric as it was back and forth until the very end. Long and Polo fought hard, but USC pulled away at the end to get the 15-11 win. This clinched the match for the Trojans.

No. 1: Kaylee Glagau/Brooke Van Sickle (UHi) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 22-20, 21-15
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kylin Loker/Riley Wagoner (UHi) 17-21, 21-16, 17-15
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Anna Maidment/Sofia Russo (UHi) 21-11, 21-17
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Ilihia Huddleston/Jaime Santer (UHi) 19-21, 21-14, 15-10
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Chandler Cowell/Sydney Miller (UHi) 21-14, 20-22, 15-6

Seminoles Split Day One of East vs West.

by Ryan Hutchison

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. - The Florida State Seminoles split the first day of the East to West Tournament, winning against No. 8 Hawaii 4-1 and losing to No. 3 USC 3-2.

FSU 4, No. 8 Hawaii 1

Court four got the action started for the Noles with a quick three-set dual. Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon dropped the first set a close 21-19, but came out swinging in the second set winning 21-14. In the third set Moon and White played well defensively and got the 15-10 win giving the Noles their first dual point.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo also had a three-set battle on court two. Long and Polo lost the first set 21-17 but fought back in the second set to win 21-16 and force the third set. The third set was back and forth but the duo was able to grind out the extra point win 17-15.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig dominated on court three. The pair won a quick 21-11 in the first set. Hawaii kept the second set closer but Koenig and Sassack held out defensively winning 21-17.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their dominant play into this tournament. The pair won the first set 21-14 and took the second set to extra points before dropping 22-20. Wolfe and Durish found their groove in the third set and did not allow Hawaii to score more than seven points, winning 15-6.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard in their match but were unable to pull out the win. The duo lost the first set in extra points 22-20 and the second set 21-15.

FSU 2, No. 3 USC 3

In a national championship rematch from 2022 Florida State lost a heartbreaker to USC on a clinch point.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig kept their sets close but ultimately lost the first set 21-19 and the second set 21-18 giving USC their first dual point.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon played extremely well on court four. The pair won 21-16 in the first set then dropped a close second set 21-18. The third set was back and forth but White and Moon pulled ahead towards the end and won 15-11, giving the Noles their first dual point.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish continued their impressive day with a three set battle on court five. The pair won the first set 21-16 but dropped the second set 21-16. The third set was where Wolfe and Durish once again found their groove, and quickly put away the Trojans 15-8.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were in a heavyweight bout on court one. The duo won the first set 21-15 but dropped the second set in extra points 25-23. The third set was back and forth but Anderson and Kalkhoff ultimately dropped the set 15-13.

With the dual points tied at 2-2 it came down to Anna Long and Jordan Polo on court three. The pair won the first set 21-18 with some great hustle plays. The second set was another close one with USC gaining the edge over the Noles with a 21-18 win. The third set was electric as it was back and forth until the very end. Long and Polo fought hard, but USC pulled away at the end to get the 15-11 win. This clinched the match for the Trojans.

No. 1: Mean Kraft/Laynie Maple (USC) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 15-21, 25-23, 15-13
No. 2: Audrey Nourse/Nicole Nourse (USC) d. Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 21-18
No. 3: Madison Shields/Madison White (USC) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 18-21, 21-18, 15-11
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Olivia Bakos/Gabby Walker (USC) 21-16, 18-21, 15-11
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Jenna Johnson/Ashlyn Rasnick-Pope (USC) 21-16, 16-21, 15-8

Noles End East vs West 3-1.

by Ryan Hutchison

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. - The Florida State Seminoles closed out day two of the East vs West Invitational undefeated, with wins over No. 2 UCLA and No. 7 LMU.

FSU 3, No. 2 UCLA 2

The second meeting between these two teams ended in favor of the Noles. Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack fought on court two but were unable to secure the dual point. The pair fell 21-19 in the first set and 21-11 in the second.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon also battled on court four but were unable to secure the victory. The pair dropped the first set a close 21-18 and UCLA rode that momentum to a 21-15 win in the second set, giving UCLA their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were ready for the Bruins this go around. The pair played great defensively which led to a 21-18 win in both the first and second set. This gave the Noles their first dual point of the match.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive pairing with a three-set win over UCLA. The first set went in favor of Durish and Wolfe with a 21-17 win. The second set went to the Bruins in extra points 22-20. The third set was back-and-forth but Durish and Wolfe pulled away at the end with great defensive play to win 15-12 tying up the dual point 2-2.

The match came down to Anna Long and Jordan polo on court three. The pair won the first set 21-18 but dropped the second set 21-16. The deciding third set came down to the wire, with UCLA not going down without a fight. Long and Polo held off the Bruin's pair long enough to win 15-12. This win gave the Noles their clinching third dual point which won the match for the Seminoles.

FSU 4, No. 7 LMU 1

On court four Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White fought hard but fell to LMU 21-14 in the first set and 21-16 in the second set.

Carra Sassack and Audre Koenig came out swinging in their dual with an impressive 21-9 win in the first set. They traded blows with the Bruins in the second set before falling 21-16. The third set was a close one with both teams trading leads. The set ended with Moon and Sassack pulling through defensively to win 15-13.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo kept their momentum high after the UCLA win. The pair did not look back as they cruised to a 21-11 win in the first set and a 21-14 win in the second set, giving the Noles their second dual point.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish dominated on court five. The pair won the first set 21-10 and did not take their foot off the gas in the second set, winning 21-16.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played well on court one and took their first set to a total of fifty-eight points. The duo eventually won 30-28. In the second set Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove and got the win 21-13.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Maggie Boyd/Lexy Denaburg (UCLA) 21-18, 21-18
No. 2: Peri Brennan/Abby Van Winkle (UCLA) d. Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 21-11
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Jessie Smith/Tessa Van Winkle (UCLA) 21-18, 16-21, 15-12
No. 4: Haley Hallgren/Rileigh Powers (UCLA) d. Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-18, 21-15
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Marlie Monserez/Jaden Whitmarsh (UCLA) 21-17, 20-22, 15-12

Noles End East vs West 3-1.

by Ryan Hutchison

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. - The Florida State Seminoles closed out day two of the East vs West Invitational undefeated, with wins over No. 2 UCLA and No. 7 LMU.

FSU 3, No. 2 UCLA 2

The second meeting between these two teams ended in favor of the Noles. Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack fought on court two but were unable to secure the dual point. The pair fell 21-19 in the first set and 21-11 in the second.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon also battled on court four but were unable to secure the victory. The pair dropped the first set a close 21-18 and UCLA rode that momentum to a 21-15 win in the second set, giving UCLA their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were ready for the Bruins this go around. The pair played great defensively which led to a 21-18 win in both the first and second set. This gave the Noles their first dual point of the match.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their impressive pairing with a three-set win over UCLA. The first set went in favor of Durish and Wolfe with a 21-17 win. The second set went to the Bruins in extra points 22-20. The third set was back-and-forth but Durish and Wolfe pulled away at the end with great defensive play to win 15-12 tying up the dual point 2-2.

The match came down to Anna Long and Jordan polo on court three. The pair won the first set 21-18 but dropped the second set 21-16. The deciding third set came down to the wire, with UCLA not going down without a fight. Long and Polo held off the Bruin's pair long enough to win 15-12. This win gave the Noles their clinching third dual point which won the match for the Seminoles.

FSU 4, No. 7 LMU 1

On court four Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White fought hard but fell to LMU 21-14 in the first set and 21-16 in the second set.

Carra Sassack and Audre Koenig came out swinging in their dual with an impressive 21-9 win in the first set. They traded blows with the Bruins in the second set before falling 21-16. The third set was a close one with both teams trading leads. The set ended with Moon and Sassack pulling through defensively to win 15-13.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo kept their momentum high after the UCLA win. The pair did not look back as they cruised to a 21-11 win in the first set and a 21-14 win in the second set, giving the Noles their second dual point.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish dominated on court five. The pair won the first set 21-10 and did not take their foot off the gas in the second set, winning 21-16.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff played well on court one and took their first set to a total of fifty-eight points. The duo eventually won 30-28. In the second set Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove and got the win 21-13.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Melanie Paul/Vilhelmiina Prihti (LMU) 30-28, 21-13
No. 2: Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Emily Anderson/Alisha Stevens (LMU) 21-9, 16-21, 15-13
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Chloe Hooker/Isabelle Reffel (LMU) 21-11, 21-14
No. 4: Kristine Garder/Jacinda Ramirez (LMU) d. Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-14, 21-16
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Madi Firnett/Isabelle Tucker (LMU) 21-10, 21-16

Seminoles Start Unconquered Invitational 2-0.

by Ryan Hutchison

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles started off the Unconquered Invitational 2-0. The Noles beath Southern Miss and conference foe No. 5 LSU on the day.

Florida State 5, Southern Miss 0

The Noles came out hot for the first match of the day, sweeping Southern Miss 5-0.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Godwin were dominant on court three. The duo took the first set efficiently with a 21-5 win. White and Godwin carried their momentum into the second set and quickly got the win 21-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were on a mission on court one. The duo were surgical in both sets, winning 21-15 in the first set and 21-18 in the second set.

Alex Hilton and Cassie Anderson played well on court five, not letting Southern Miss have a chance to take a dual point. The pair won the first set 21-14 and played even better in the second set to win 21-13.

Audrey Rothman and Caitlin Moon were also efficient on court four. Moon and Rothman took the first set a quick 21-10 and followed up in the second set with a 21-16 win.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were impressive on court two. The duo won the first set off some great defensive play 21-11. Polo and Long did not let the break between sets get to them, as the pair came out hot in the second set winning 21-14. This win marked Jordan Polo's 100th career win.

Florida State 4, No. 5 LSU 1

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff got the action started for the Seminoles on court one. The pair were dominant against the Tiger's pair winning the first set 21-13 and the second set 21-14.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo had a battle in the first set, going to extra points but pulling out a 25-23 win. The duo found their groove in the second set and won 21-16.

Caitlin Moon and Audrey Rothman had very close sets on court three, but the pair was able to win the first set 21-18. Rothman and Moon kept their play consistent and won the second set 21-19.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their dominance on court five. Wolfe and Durish had a rocky start, losing the first set 21-17, but came back in the second firing on all cylinders to win 21-15 and force a third set. The third set was close but Wolfe and Durish were able to seal a 15-13 victory.

Caitlin Godwin and Raelyn White fought hard on court four but were unable to hold off LSU. The duo lost the first set 21-18 and the second set 21-16, giving LSU their first and only dual point of the match.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Aleksandra Chudzik/Vanessa Hurnikova (USM) 21-15, 21-18
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Hallie Phelan/Taylor Pierce (USM) 21-11, 21-14
No. 3: Caitlin Godwin/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Valeria Papakyriakou/Reagan Sandlin (USM) 21-5, 21-13
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Audrey Rothman (FSU) d. Morgan Perry/Ashlyn Rough (USM) 21-10, 21-16
No. 5: Cassie Anderson/Alex Hilton (FSU) d. Madison Cassidy/Kellie Garraway (USM) 21-14, 21-13

Seminoles Start Unconquered Invitational 2-0.

by Ryan Hutchison

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles started off the Unconquered Invitational 2-0. The Noles beath Southern Miss and conference foe No. 5 LSU on the day.

Florida State 5, Southern Miss 0

The Noles came out hot for the first match of the day, sweeping Southern Miss 5-0.

Raelyn White and Caitlin Godwin were dominant on court three. The duo took the first set efficiently with a 21-5 win. White and Godwin carried their momentum into the second set and quickly got the win 21-13.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were on a mission on court one. The duo were surgical in both sets, winning 21-15 in the first set and 21-18 in the second set.

Alex Hilton and Cassie Anderson played well on court five, not letting Southern Miss have a chance to take a dual point. The pair won the first set 21-14 and played even better in the second set to win 21-13.

Audrey Rothman and Caitlin Moon were also efficient on court four. Moon and Rothman took the first set a quick 21-10 and followed up in the second set with a 21-16 win.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were impressive on court two. The duo won the first set off some great defensive play 21-11. Polo and Long did not let the break between sets get to them, as the pair came out hot in the second set winning 21-14. This win marked Jordan Polo's 100th career win.

Florida State 4, No. 5 LSU 1

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff got the action started for the Seminoles on court one. The pair were dominant against the Tiger's pair winning the first set 21-13 and the second set 21-14.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo had a battle in the first set, going to extra points but pulling out a 25-23 win. The duo found their groove in the second set and won 21-16.

Caitlin Moon and Audrey Rothman had very close sets on court three, but the pair was able to win the first set 21-18. Rothman and Moon kept their play consistent and won the second set 21-19.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe continued their dominance on court five. Wolfe and Durish had a rocky start, losing the first set 21-17, but came back in the second firing on all cylinders to win 21-15 and force a third set. The third set was close but Wolfe and Durish were able to seal a 15-13 victory.

Caitlin Godwin and Raelyn White fought hard on court four but were unable to hold off LSU. The duo lost the first set 21-18 and the second set 21-16, giving LSU their first and only dual point of the match.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Parker Bracken/Grace Seits (LSU) 21-13, 21-14
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Elizabeth Masters/Ellie Shank (LSU) 25-23, 21-16
No. 3: Caitlin Moon/Audrey Rothman (FSU) d. Reilly Allred/Hannah Brister (LSU) 21-18, 21-19
No. 4: Lara Boos/Ella Larkin (LSU) d. Caitlin Godwin/Raelyn White (FSU) 21-18, 21-15
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Amber Haynes/Melia Lindner (LSU) 17-21, 21-15, 15-13

Seminoles Split Day 2 of Unconquered Invitational.

by Ryan Hutchison

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles split day two of the Unconquered Invitational with two close matches. All matches were played to decision due to the weather.

No. 7 LMU 3, FSU 1

Florida State got off to a rocky start against No. 7 LMU. All but one court went to three sets.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe kept their set close, dropping the first set 21-19. The pair took the second set to extra points but LMU ultimately got the win 23-21.

On court two Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack won the first set 21-18, then dropped the second set a very close 21-19. The third set was another close one as Koenig and Sassack fought hard to keep the set close. The duo battled but ended up dropping the set 15-13. This win gave LMU their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff started the first set hot with a 21-12 win. The LMU pair fought back in the second set to win 21-19. Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove in the third set and won 15-13.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo battled in three sets on court three. The duo dropped the first set 21-16 but came back in the second set to win 21-19. Long and Polo took the third set to extra points but were unable to secure the win, losing 20-18.

Court four went unfinished due to the clinching point on court three. Caitlin Moon and Audrey Rothman lost the first set 21-15 then won the second set 21-18. The score was 14-13 in the third set in favor of LMU when the match was decided.

FSU 3, No. 15 FAU 2

Court two was the only court to not go to three sets. Anna Long and Jordan Polo took the first set to extra points but ended up losing 23-21. FAU caught fire in the second set and Long and Polo could not recover, losing 21-16.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon kept their sets close on court three. The duo dropped the first set 21-18, then battled back to win the second set 21-19. Koenig and Moon caught fire in the third set with some great defensive play to win 15-10.

Audrey Rothman and Raelyn White were grinding on court four. The pair won the first set 21-19, then dropped the second set a close 21-17. The third set was taken to 0065tra points where Rothman and White could not seal the win, losing 17-15.

Court one was off to a rough start for the Noles with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff losing the first set 21-17. The pair were not intimidated however and won the second set 21-12 off of great defense by both Anderson and Kalkhoff. The duo did not let up in the third set winning 15-10.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon had extremely close first and second sets. The pair lost the first 21-18, then battled back in the second to win 21-19. Koenig and Moon caught fire in the third set and did not take their foot off the gas, winning 15-10.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Melanie Paul/Vihelmiina Prihti (LMU) 21-12, 19-21, 15-13
No. 2: Alisha Stevens/Abbey Thorup (LMU) d. Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) 18-21, 21-19, 15-13
No. 3: Kirstine Garder/Jacinda Ramirez (LMU) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 21-16, 19-21, 20-18
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Audrey Rothman (FSU) vs. Cassie Chinn/Chloe Hooker (LMU) 15-21, 21-18, 13-14 dnf
No. 5: Madi Firnett/Isabelle Tucker (LMU) d. Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) 21-19, 23-21

Seminoles Split Day 2 of Unconquered Invitational.

by Ryan Hutchison

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The No. 3 Florida State Seminoles split day two of the Unconquered Invitational with two close matches. All matches were played to decision due to the weather.

No. 7 LMU 3, FSU 1

Florida State got off to a rocky start against No. 7 LMU. All but one court went to three sets.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe kept their set close, dropping the first set 21-19. The pair took the second set to extra points but LMU ultimately got the win 23-21.

On court two Audrey Koenig and Carra Sassack won the first set 21-18, then dropped the second set a very close 21-19. The third set was another close one as Koenig and Sassack fought hard to keep the set close. The duo battled but ended up dropping the set 15-13. This win gave LMU their second dual point.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff started the first set hot with a 21-12 win. The LMU pair fought back in the second set to win 21-19. Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove in the third set and won 15-13.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo battled in three sets on court three. The duo dropped the first set 21-16 but came back in the second set to win 21-19. Long and Polo took the third set to extra points but were unable to secure the win, losing 20-18.

Court four went unfinished due to the clinching point on court three. Caitlin Moon and Audrey Rothman lost the first set 21-15 then won the second set 21-18. The score was 14-13 in the third set in favor of LMU when the match was decided.

FSU 3, No. 15 FAU 2

Court two was the only court to not go to three sets. Anna Long and Jordan Polo took the first set to extra points but ended up losing 23-21. FAU caught fire in the second set and Long and Polo could not recover, losing 21-16.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon kept their sets close on court three. The duo dropped the first set 21-18, then battled back to win the second set 21-19. Koenig and Moon caught fire in the third set with some great defensive play to win 15-10.

Audrey Rothman and Raelyn White were grinding on court four. The pair won the first set 21-19, then dropped the second set a close 21-17. The third set was taken to 0065tra points where Rothman and White could not seal the win, losing 17-15.

Court one was off to a rough start for the Noles with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff losing the first set 21-17. The pair were not intimidated however and won the second set 21-12 off of great defense by both Anderson and Kalkhoff. The duo did not let up in the third set winning 15-10.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon had extremely close first and second sets. The pair lost the first 21-18, then battled back in the second to win 21-19. Koenig and Moon caught fire in the third set and did not take their foot off the gas, winning 15-10.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Ellie Austin/Christine Jarman (FAU) 17-21, 21-12, 15-10
No. 2: Jillienne Cloud/Julie Honzovicova (FAU) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 23-21, 21-16
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Ashleigh Adams/Emma Grace Robertson (FAU) 18-21, 21-19, 15-10
No. 4: Courtney Moon/Marketa Svozilova (FAU) d. Audrey Rothman/Raelyn White (FSU) 19-21, 21-17, 17-15
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Logan Mignerey/Stephanie Young (FAU) 21-19, 18-21, 15-12

Seminoles Split Day One of Center of Effort.

April 14, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The No. 4 Florida State Seminoles split day one of the Center of Effort Challenge, winning against No. 11 Long Beach State and losing to No. 2 USC.

FSU 4, No. 11 LBSU 1

The Noles got off to a hot start on court three. Jordan Polo and Anna Long made quick work in the first set, winning 21-14. The second set was closer but Polo and Long were able to hang on and win 21-18.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White won their first set 21-17. The pair then had a rocky start to the second set but pulled out a 21-19 win.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig took court two to three sets. The pair won the first set 21-18, then dropped the second set 21-13. The third set was back-and-forth, but LBSU was able to pull out the 15-13 win, giving them their first dual point of the match.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe were also in a three-set fight on court five. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then took the second set to extra points before winning 22-20. The third set was all Wolfe and Durish, the pair won 15-7 and gave the Noles their third dual point of the match.

There was yet another three-set match on court one with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff winning the first set 21-14, then dropping the second a close 21-18. The third set was where Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove, winning 15-10.

No. 2 USC 3, FSU 2

Another rematch of the 2022 National Championship and it did not disappoint.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White continued their streak from the earlier matches, winning the first set 21-16. The pair stayed hot in the second set and won 21-17.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig kept both sets close as the pair lost both sets 21-19.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought hard on court two. The pair lost the first set 21-17 and had a back and forth second set that ended with USC getting the win 21-19.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a rocky start to the first set losing 21-14. The pair battled back in the second set and there were multiple lead changes before USC took the win 21-18.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish took court five to three sets. In the first set USC came out hot and won 21-15. Wolfe and Durish recovered nicely and took the second set to extra points before winning 21-23. The third set was a close one, but Wolfe and Durish found their groove and won 15-11.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Sydney Stevens/Julia Westby (LBSU) 21-14, 18-21, 15-10
No. 2: Malia Gementera/Taylor Hagenah (LBSU) d. Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) 18-21, 21-13, 15-13
No. 3: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Natlaie Glenn/Megan Widener (LBSU) 21-14, 21-18
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Emily Mattoon/Mari Molina (LBSU) 21-17, 21-19
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Christine Deroos/Maggie Walters (LBSU) 18-21, 22-20, 15-7

Seminoles Split Day One of Center of Effort.

April 14, 2023

by Ryan Hutchison

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The No. 4 Florida State Seminoles split day one of the Center of Effort Challenge, winning against No. 11 Long Beach State and losing to No. 2 USC.

FSU 4, No. 11 LBSU 1

The Noles got off to a hot start on court three. Jordan Polo and Anna Long made quick work in the first set, winning 21-14. The second set was closer but Polo and Long were able to hang on and win 21-18.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White won their first set 21-17. The pair then had a rocky start to the second set but pulled out a 21-19 win.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig took court two to three sets. The pair won the first set 21-18, then dropped the second set 21-13. The third set was back-and-forth, but LBSU was able to pull out the 15-13 win, giving them their first dual point of the match.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe were also in a three-set fight on court five. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then took the second set to extra points before winning 22-20. The third set was all Wolfe and Durish, the pair won 15-7 and gave the Noles their third dual point of the match.

There was yet another three-set match on court one with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff winning the first set 21-14, then dropping the second a close 21-18. The third set was where Anderson and Kalkhoff found their groove, winning 15-10.

No. 2 USC 3, FSU 2

Another rematch of the 2022 National Championship and it did not disappoint.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White continued their streak from the earlier matches, winning the first set 21-16. The pair stayed hot in the second set and won 21-17.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig kept both sets close as the pair lost both sets 21-19.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought hard on court two. The pair lost the first set 21-17 and had a back and forth second set that ended with USC getting the win 21-19.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a rocky start to the first set losing 21-14. The pair battled back in the second set and there were multiple lead changes before USC took the win 21-18.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish took court five to three sets. In the first set USC came out hot and won 21-15. Wolfe and Durish recovered nicely and took the second set to extra points before winning 21-23. The third set was a close one, but Wolfe and Durish found their groove and won 15-11.

No. 1: Megan Kraft/Laynie Maple (USC) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-14, 21-18
No. 2: Audrey Nourse/Nicole Nourse (USC) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 21-17, 21-19
No. 3: Madison Shields/Madison White (USC) d. Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-19, 21-19
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Olivia Bakos/Gabby Walker (USC) 21-16, 21-17
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Ashlyn Rasnick-Pope/Bailey Showalter (USC) 21-15, 21-23, 15-11

Noles End Center of Effort 2-2.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The No. 4 Florida State Seminoles split day two of the Center of Effort Challenge, winning against No. 6 Loyola Marymount and losing to No. 1 TCU.

FSU 4, No. 6 LMU 1

On court three Jordan Polo and Anna Long were in a three-set bout. The first set went in favor on LMU winning 21-19. Polo and Long caught fire in the second set and won 21-14. The pair kept their momentum going into the third set and won 15-13.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White won their first set 21-17. The pair then had a rocky start to the second set but forced extra points and got the win25-23.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig took court two to three sets. The pair lost the first set 22-20, then won the second set 21-18. The third set was back-and-forth, but Koenig and Sassack were able to pull out the 15-9 win.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe were also in a three-set fight on court five. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then won the second set 21-18. The third set was sent to extra points, but Dursih and Wolfe pulled out a 17-15 win.

Court one got off to a rocky start with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff dropping the first set 21-13. The pair fought back and took the second set to extra points but were unable to seal a win, losing 24-22.

No. 1 TCU 3, FSU 2

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish took court five to three sets. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then turned around and won the second set 21-18. The third set was close but Wolfe and Durish were able to get the win 15-12.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Rothman fought hard for two sets. The first set TCU won 21-17. In the second set, Sassack and Rothman fought but could not maintain a lead over the Horned Frogs, losing 21-14.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought hard on court two. The pair won the first set 21-17, then took the second set to extra points but closed out well and won 27-25.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a rocky start to the first set losing 21-14. The pair fought hard in the second set but lost 21-17.

With the dual tied at 2-2 Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon were in a battle on court three. The pair lost the first set in extra sets 22-20, then caught fire in the second set winning 21-15. The second set was back and forth with White and Moon playing great defensively keep the score close. The pair ultimately fell 22-20 giving TCU their match winning third dual point.

No. 1: Melanie Paul/Vilhelmina Prihti (LMU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-13, 24-22
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kristine Garder/Abbey Thorup (LMU) 19-21, 21-14, 15-13
No. 3: Audrey Koenig/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Jacinda Ramirez/Isabelle Reffel (LMU) 20-22, 21-18, 15-9
No. 4: Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Cassie Chinn/Chloe Hooker (LMU) 21-17, 25-23
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Madi Firnett/Isabelle Tucker (LMU) 18-21, 21-18, 17-15

Noles End Center of Effort 2-2.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The No. 4 Florida State Seminoles split day two of the Center of Effort Challenge, winning against No. 6 Loyola Marymount and losing to No. 1 TCU.

FSU 4, No. 6 LMU 1

On court three Jordan Polo and Anna Long were in a three-set bout. The first set went in favor on LMU winning 21-19. Polo and Long caught fire in the second set and won 21-14. The pair kept their momentum going into the third set and won 15-13.

Caitlin Moon and Raelyn White won their first set 21-17. The pair then had a rocky start to the second set but forced extra points and got the win25-23.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Koenig took court two to three sets. The pair lost the first set 22-20, then won the second set 21-18. The third set was back-and-forth, but Koenig and Sassack were able to pull out the 15-9 win.

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe were also in a three-set fight on court five. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then won the second set 21-18. The third set was sent to extra points, but Dursih and Wolfe pulled out a 17-15 win.

Court one got off to a rocky start with Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff dropping the first set 21-13. The pair fought back and took the second set to extra points but were unable to seal a win, losing 24-22.

No. 1 TCU 3, FSU 2

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish took court five to three sets. The pair lost the first set 21-18, then turned around and won the second set 21-18. The third set was close but Wolfe and Durish were able to get the win 15-12.

Carra Sassack and Audrey Rothman fought hard for two sets. The first set TCU won 21-17. In the second set, Sassack and Rothman fought but could not maintain a lead over the Horned Frogs, losing 21-14.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo fought hard on court two. The pair won the first set 21-17, then took the second set to extra points but closed out well and won 27-25.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff had a rocky start to the first set losing 21-14. The pair fought hard in the second set but lost 21-17.

With the dual tied at 2-2 Raelyn White and Caitlin Moon were in a battle on court three. The pair lost the first set in extra sets 22-20, then caught fire in the second set winning 21-15. The second set was back and forth with White and Moon playing great defensively keep the score close. The pair ultimately fell 22-20 giving TCU their match winning third dual point.

No. 1: Daniela Alvarez/Tania Moreno (TCU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-14, 21-17
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Anhelina Khmil/Kate Privett (TCU) 21-17, 27-25
No. 3: Hailey Hamlett/Sutton MacTavish (TCU) d. Caitlin Moon/Raelyn White (FSU) 22-20, 15-21, 22-20
No. 4: Maria Gonzalez/Ana Vergara (TCU) d. Audrey Rothman/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-17, 21-14
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Hailey Brockett/Rochelle Scott (TCU) 18-21, 21-18, 15-12

Seminoles End Day 1 of CCSA Championships 0-1.

by Ryan Hutchison

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Noles fall in the second round of the CCSA Championship to LSU in a 3-1 bout.

LSU 3, FSU 1

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkoff dropped the first set 21-17, and could not recover in the second losing 21-17.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo got off to a rocky start in the first set loosing 21-12. The pair fought back in the second but ultimately fell 21-19.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish kept their momentum from the regular season on court five. The pair won the first set 21-19 and caught fire in the second set, winning 21-15. Giving the Noles their first dual point.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon won their first set 21-15, then dropped the second in extra points 22-20. The third set was back and forth but ended with LSU getting the win 15-11, giving LSU the match sealing dual point.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon won the first set 21-19 on court four. The pair dropped the second set 21-16 then were down 12-11 in the third set when LSU clinched the win by decision, so their third set went unfinished.

No. 1: Kylie DeBerg/Ellie Shank (LSU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-17, 21-17
No. 2: Parker Bracken/Grace Seits (LSU) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 21-12, 21-19
No. 3: Reilly Allred/Hannah Brister (LSU) d. Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) 15-21, 22-20, 15-11
No. 4: Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) vs. Lara Boos/Ella Larkin (LSU) 21-19, 16-21, 11-12 dnf
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Amber Haynes/Melia Linder (LSU) 21-19, 21-15

FSU Splits Day Two of CCSA Championships.

by Ryan Hutchison

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles went 1-1 on the second day of the CCSA Championships, winning against South Carolina and losing to TCU knocking them out of championship contention.

FSU 4, South Carolina 1

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe did their thing on court five giving the Noles their first dual point of the match. Wolfe and Durish won the first set 21-13, then won the second set in similar fashion 21-13.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon fought hard on court four but were unable to hold off the Gamecocks. The pair lost both sets 21-17.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon had close sets on court three. The duo won the first set 21-19, then had a back and forth second set before closing it out 21-19. This gave the Noles a 2-1 lead in the dual.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo had their first set go into extra points before getting the win 28-26. The second set was another close one but Long and Polo were able to pull out the 21-19 win.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were in a three-set fight on court one. The first set Anderson and Kalkhoff won 21-18. The pair dropped the second set 21-16, then came back I the third set to win 15-11.

TCU 3, FSU 2

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe had a rocky start to dual, dropping the first set 21-16. The pair could not gain momentum going into the second set, losing 21-11.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon could not hold off the Horned Frogs, losing the first set 21-16 and the second set 21-14.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard on court one but were unable to secure the win. The pair lost 21-16 in both sets.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon had a three-set battle on court four. The pair won the first set 21-15 then lost the second 21-17. Moon and Koenig caught fire in the third winning 15-8.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were also in a three-set match on court two. The pair won the first set 21-15, then lost the second a close 21-18. Long and Polo gained momentum into the third, winning 15-8.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Skylar Allen/Simone Priebe (SC) 21-18, 16-21, 15-11
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Kaeli Crews/Hannah Mackenhausen (SC) 28-26, 21-19
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) d. Allison Coens/Lauren Wilcock (SC) 21-19, 21-19
No. 4: Jolie Cranford/Kennedy Westendorff (SC) d. Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) 21-17, 21-17
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Peyton Gray/Elizabeth Thompson (SC) 21-13, 21-13

FSU Splits Day Two of CCSA Championships.

by Ryan Hutchison

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The No. 4 ranked Florida State Seminoles went 1-1 on the second day of the CCSA Championships, winning against South Carolina and losing to TCU knocking them out of championship contention.

FSU 4, South Carolina 1

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe did their thing on court five giving the Noles their first dual point of the match. Wolfe and Durish won the first set 21-13, then won the second set in similar fashion 21-13.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon fought hard on court four but were unable to hold off the Gamecocks. The pair lost both sets 21-17.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon had close sets on court three. The duo won the first set 21-19, then had a back and forth second set before closing it out 21-19. This gave the Noles a 2-1 lead in the dual.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo had their first set go into extra points before getting the win 28-26. The second set was another close one but Long and Polo were able to pull out the 21-19 win.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff were in a three-set fight on court one. The first set Anderson and Kalkhoff won 21-18. The pair dropped the second set 21-16, then came back I the third set to win 15-11.

TCU 3, FSU 2

Alexis Durish and Makenna Wolfe had a rocky start to dual, dropping the first set 21-16. The pair could not gain momentum going into the second set, losing 21-11.

Carra Sassack and Morgan Chacon could not hold off the Horned Frogs, losing the first set 21-16 and the second set 21-14.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard on court one but were unable to secure the win. The pair lost 21-16 in both sets.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon had a three-set battle on court four. The pair won the first set 21-15 then lost the second 21-17. Moon and Koenig caught fire in the third winning 15-8.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were also in a three-set match on court two. The pair won the first set 21-15, then lost the second a close 21-18. Long and Polo gained momentum into the third, winning 15-8.

No. 1: Daniela Alvarez/Tania Moreno (TCU) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-16, 21-16
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Anhelina Khmil/Kate Privett (TCU) 21-15, 18-21, 15-8
No. 3: Hailey Hamlett/Sutton MacTavish (TCU) d. Morgan Chacon/Carra Sassack (FSU) 21-16, 21-14
No. 4: Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) d. Maria Gonzalez/Ana Vergara (TCU) 21-15, 17-21, 15-8
No. 5: Hailey Brockett/Rochelle Scott (TCU) d. Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) 21-16, 21-11

Noles Advance to the Quarter Final of NCAA Tournament.

by Ryan Hutchison

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The Florida State Seminoles defeated Florida International 3-1 to advance to the quarterfinal round of the NCAA Tournament at Gulf Shores Public Beach in Gulf Shores, Ala.

FSU 3, FIU 1

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff started things off hot for the Seminoles on court one by winning the first set 21-16. The pair kept their momentum and won their second set 21-15 to give the Noles their first dual point.

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon tried to hold off the Panthers but lost in two straight sets, 21-17 and 21-19.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo had a great showing in the first round of the tournament. The pair won their first set 21-15 and came back and won the second set 21-15 to give the Noles their second dual point.

Raelyn White and Morgan Chacon won their first set on court three 21-15. The pair then were in a position to clinch the match in favor of the Noles. White and Chacon closed out their second set winning 21-17. Giving the Noles their third and final dual point.

Court five went to three sets before the match was called due to decision. Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish won their first set 21-17 and dropped the second 21-18. Wolfe and Durish were up in the third set 8-7 when the match was decided.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Lucie Pokorna/Mili Vukobrat (FIU) 21-16, 21-15
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) d. Rocky Mancinelli/Robie Ribeiro (FIU) 21-15, 21-15
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Giada Bianchi/Lisa Luini (FIU) 21-15, 21-17
No. 4: Ale Pratesi/Zuza Bielak (FIU) d. Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) 21-17, 21-19
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) vs. Kendra Brown/Emily Meyer (FIU) 21-17, 18-21, 8-7 dnf

Seminoles Fall Short of NCAA Championship.

by Ryan Hutchison

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The Florida State Seminoles won their quarter final match against LSU but came up short in the semi final against UCLA. The Bruins ended the Noles hope for another Championship appearance.

FSU 3, LSU 0

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish got things going for the Seminoles on court five. The pair won in straight sets over the Tigers, 21-17 in the first and 21-14 I the second.

Raelyn White and Morgan Chacon started off slow in the first set, losing 21-13. They duo gained momentum in set two and won 21-15 to force a third set. White and Chacon rode their momentum to a 15-7 win, giving the Noles their second dual point of the match.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff also dropped the first set to the Tigers, 21-17. The duo entered the second set hot and won 21-12. Anderson and Kalkhoff did not let off the gas in the third set, winning 15-9. This clinched the 3-0 win for the Seminoles and also gave Anderson her 100th career win.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo split their two sets with LSU before the match ended. The pair won the first set 21-18, then lost the second 21-18. The third set had not started when the match was clinched.

Caitlin Moon and Audrey Koenig lost their first set on court four 23-21. The pair came back and won the second set 21-13. The third set was underway with Moon and Koenig winning 6-3 when the match was clinched by court one.

FSU 0, UCLA 3

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon lost in two straight sets to the Bruins. Losing 21-14 in the first set, and 21-16 in the second set.

On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard but lost in straight sets. A close 21-18 loss in the first set followed by the pair forcing extra points but being unable to pull out the win, losing 24-22.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were also in close sets against the Bruins. The pair lost the first 21-14, then dropped the second 21-18 giving the Bruins the match clinching point.

Raelyn White and Morgan Chacon had just split sets with the Bruins when the match was clinched. The pair won their first set 21-19, but dropped the second 21-17.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish lost the first set on court five 21-17 and had forced extra points in the second set but trailed 23-22 when the match was decided.

No. 1: Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) d. Kylie DeBerg/Ellie Shank (LSU) 17-21, 21-12, 15-9
No. 2: Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) vs. Parker Bracken/Grace Seits (LSU) 21-18, 18-21 dnf
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Raelyn White (FSU) d. Reilly Allred/Hannah Brister (LSU) 13-21, 21-15, 15-7
No. 4: Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) vs. Lara Boos/Ella Larkin (LSU) 21-23, 21-13, 6-3 dnf
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) d. Amber Haynes/Melia Lindner (LSU) 21-17, 21-14

Seminoles Fall Short of NCAA Championship.

by Ryan Hutchison

GULF SHORES, Ala. - The Florida State Seminoles won their quarter final match against LSU but came up short in the semi final against UCLA. The Bruins ended the Noles hope for another Championship appearance.

FSU 3, LSU 0

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish got things going for the Seminoles on court five. The pair won in straight sets over the Tigers, 21-17 in the first and 21-14 I the second.

Raelyn White and Morgan Chacon started off slow in the first set, losing 21-13. They duo gained momentum in set two and won 21-15 to force a third set. White and Chacon rode their momentum to a 15-7 win, giving the Noles their second dual point of the match.

Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff also dropped the first set to the Tigers, 21-17. The duo entered the second set hot and won 21-12. Anderson and Kalkhoff did not let off the gas in the third set, winning 15-9. This clinched the 3-0 win for the Seminoles and also gave Anderson her 100th career win.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo split their two sets with LSU before the match ended. The pair won the first set 21-18, then lost the second 21-18. The third set had not started when the match was clinched.

Caitlin Moon and Audrey Koenig lost their first set on court four 23-21. The pair came back and won the second set 21-13. The third set was underway with Moon and Koenig winning 6-3 when the match was clinched by court one.

FSU 0, UCLA 3

Audrey Koenig and Caitlin Moon lost in two straight sets to the Bruins. Losing 21-14 in the first set, and 21-16 in the second set.

On court one, Maddie Anderson and Paige Kalkhoff fought hard but lost in straight sets. A close 21-18 loss in the first set followed by the pair forcing extra points but being unable to pull out the win, losing 24-22.

Anna Long and Jordan Polo were also in close sets against the Bruins. The pair lost the first 21-14, then dropped the second 21-18 giving the Bruins the match clinching point.

Raelyn White and Morgan Chacon had just split sets with the Bruins when the match was clinched. The pair won their first set 21-19, but dropped the second 21-17.

Makenna Wolfe and Alexis Durish lost the first set on court five 21-17 and had forced extra points in the second set but trailed 23-22 when the match was decided.

No. 1: Maggie Boyd/Lexy Deneburg (UCLA) d. Maddie Anderson/Paige Kalkhoff (FSU) 21-18, 24-22
No. 2: Peri Brennan/Abby Van Winkle (UCLA) d. Anna Long/Jordan Polo (FSU) 21-14, 21-18
No. 3: Morgan Chacon/Raelyn White (FSU) vs. Haley Hallgren/Rileigh Powers (UCLA) 21-19, 17-21 dnf
No. 4: Marlie Monserez/Jess Smith (UCLA) d. Audrey Koenig/Caitlin Moon (FSU) 21-14, 21-16
No. 5: Alexis Durish/Makenna Wolfe (FSU) vs. Devon Newberry/Jaden Whitmarsh (UCLA) 17-21, 22-23 dnf