Fri May 30 20:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Seminoles Begin Road to Omaha in Tallahassee Regional Against Bethune-Cookman
**TALLAHASSEE, FL -** The No. 9 national seed Florida State Seminoles (38-14, 17-10) begin their quest for a College World Series berth today as they host the Tallahassee Regional. Their first challenge: a matchup against the fourth-seeded Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (37-21, 24-5).
The Seminoles, seeking to rebound from a disappointing loss to UNC in the ACC tournament, are determined to start the NCAA tournament on a high note. Head Coach Link Jarrett is emphasizing the importance of a strong start and is taking nothing for granted against Bethune-Cookman, a team FSU edged out 9-7 earlier this season.
Jarrett has opted for a strategic change in the pitching rotation, giving the nod to Joey Volini for Friday’s game. This decision allows him to save ace Jamie Arnold for Saturday, a move mirroring a successful strategy from last year’s regional when Carson Dorsey delivered a stellar performance in the opener.
Bethune-Cookman will counter with sophomore right-hander Joel Core, who has made 15 appearances and 10 starts this season. Core is coming off a solid outing in the SWAC tournament, where he pitched 6 innings, allowing three earned runs.
The winner of the Tallahassee Regional will advance to face the champion of the Corvallis Regional, hosted by No. 8 Oregon State. The Beavers face Saint Mary’s, while TCU takes on USC.
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