Florida State University Athletics
365 Days Until Florida State Lacrosse's Inaugural Game
2/7/2025 2:35:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
Florida State lacrosse is one year away from its first game in program history on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Administration, coaches and student-athletes on Team One shared their thoughts on being 365 days away from playing in the inaugural FSU lacrosse game. Follow the program's journey and stay up to date on all that is happening in preparation for Year One on X (@FSU_WLAX) and IG (fsu_wlax)
"It's incredibly exciting to be one year away from our first lacrosse game. We are working diligently on the new lacrosse-only facility that will provide a best-in-class experience for our team and fans. The coaches and student-athletes have brought tremendous enthusiasm to our campus, and I can't wait for our Florida State and Tallahassee communities to experience with them all the 'firsts' that are to come."Michael Alford, Vice President/Director of Athletics
“In 365 days, we will make history—together! It’s a true honor to lead Seminole Lacrosse, and I can’t wait to see our players step onto the field in our new stadium, wearing that uniform for the first time. As a team, with the full support of every Seminole fan behind us, we’ll take the field with pride and anticipation. Our collective commitment to the process will pay off, and together, we will put in the hard work to uphold the standard of excellence that defines Florida State Athletics. The journey is the destination—and the best is yet to come!”Sara Tisdale, Head Coach
“It is incredibly exciting to think about being one year away from Florida State women’s lacrosse taking the field for the first time! Over the last six months, we have grown our Nole Family with motivated student-athletes who are ready to be a part of history as a member of Team One. This group of young women are driven to live up to the FSU standard and looking forward to growing the game of lacrosse in Tallahassee.”MacKenzie Plaskey, Associate Head Coach
“Being a part of building FSU’s first-ever women’s lacrosse program and coaching its first game is more than just making history—it’s about changing the game for future female athletes. Starting this program from the ground up and being able to coach in that first game is such a surreal experience. We’re creating something bigger than ourselves, laying the foundation for the next generation of girls' lacrosse players. The support from the FSU athletic staff has been incredible from day one, and we couldn’t be doing this without them. I’m beyond excited to be part of something that will leave a lasting legacy at this University.”Megan Carney, Assistant Coach
“Being a part of the inaugural team comes with a lot of responsibility. We are the ones that will set the tone and lay the groundwork for all future Seminoles. Our hard work and dedication to lacrosse at Florida State University will not go unnoticed.”Emily Barnette, 2025 Signeevvv
“To be a part of FSU women’s lacrosse’s inaugural season is a special and unique opportunity and experience that I will forever remember. It also means creating the foundation and culture for the future, setting a standard of excellence and a desire for greatness that will drive the program forward for years to come.”Amelia Brite, 2025 Signee
“When I think about the excitement of being part of the Florida State women’s lacrosse team, I think about the honor it is to represent a school with so much pride and tradition. This university is more than just an institution. This school is family, and you see and feel that every time you step on campus. It is an honor to be a Seminole and represent a hard-working, passionate tribe, and that is something that you can take with you forever. I fill with excitement when I think about our first game on the field next year. To be surrounded by so many people that have put the time in to make this happen brings chills to me. Every day at practice, this thought always goes through my mind: ‘This school believes in us’ and that thought motivates me to want to make an impact. I hope with my time here that I can leave a legacy for girls coming in. I want this to be a program that people respect, and I hope that my number leaves a lasting impact from next year onward. I can’t wait to help sculpt and set the standard for this program, but more importantly, I am excited to be a part of something so special with such an amazing group of people. To end my career here is a dream, and I can’t wait to watch us excel in the ACC.”Gabby Cleveland, January 2025 Enrollee
“The opportunity to be a part of something that will go down in history is incredible. I’m so excited to play with an amazing group of women who are ready to work towards a national championship.”Mackenzie Conversano, 2025 Signee
“I’m excited to be part of FSU's inaugural women's lacrosse team. I'm ready to make history with my teammates and contribute to FSU's legacy of excellence. Go Noles!”Charlise Cox, 2025 Signee
“With hard work and the help of our proven and amazing coaching staff, FSU women’s lacrosse will build on the Seminoles’ Unconquered legacy starting from the very first season. Let’s go Noles!!”Annie Devine, 2025 Signee
“It’s truly a dream and honor to be a part of the inaugural class at a university that competes at such a high level. Our first game as a program is one year from now, and we are all ready to put in the work until then. I cannot wait for everything this team is going to accomplish in the ACC.”Anna Ellis, 2025 Signee
“Being part of Florida State’s inaugural team is such an honor, and the excitement is unmatched. I’m most looking forward to stepping onto the field for the first game with the girls I’ve been able to start this program with, seeing all of our hard work pay off and making history together. I can’t wait to see what our future holds in the ACC!”Summer Harrell, January 2025 Enrollee
“Florida State has an incredible tradition of excellence, and it is an honor to carry on this tradition. It is a huge opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to represent the university at the highest level. Our coaches chose us to be the first team and to set the bar high, something we don’t take lightly. No one is going to work harder than this team!”Caroline Kelly, 2025 Signee
“Florida State has such a powerful athletic program and with the hard-working people we have starting this inaugural team, we are going to grow extremely quick.”Danica King, 2025 Signee
“I’m so blessed to be part of the inaugural Florida State lacrosse team. The journey so far has been amazing and has helped me grow not only as a player but as a person. Representing Florida State means so much to me, and I cannot wait to get on the field next spring with my girls. This program is so special.”Loghan McNamara, January 2025 Enrollee
“It’s super special to me to be part of the inaugural team to create history and set a standard for a winning program at Florida State. It’s a unique opportunity to get the chance to build the culture and traditions of a brand-new team, especially at such a great school.”Brynn Perkins, 2025 Signee
“I am beyond excited to be a part of FSU’s history as a player on the inaugural lacrosse team and cannot wait to build up the amazing program with my new Seminole family!”Paige Peters, 2025 Signee
“Being a part of Florida State's inaugural women's lacrosse team isn't just about playing a sport; it's about making history and being part of something bigger than myself. It fills me with pride and excitement to buy into this program and inspire future generations at such a competitive school.”Katherine Rathjen, 2025 Signee
“I am beyond excited to be a part of this new lacrosse program at FSU. I am looking forward to the amazing opportunities that have been presented in front of me, and I cannot wait to see how Coach Tisdale, the rest of the coaching staff and our new team make history. It is going to be an amazing journey. I can see FSU women’s lacrosse growing and be successful very fast.”Lexi Smalline, January 2025 Enrollee
“Our first game cannot come soon enough. This spring is going to be dedicated to building this program and improving our game. I cannot wait to see how all of our hard work now shows up in our first season. I am so excited for Florida State lacrosse and for the history we are getting to be a part of. It is a blessing to represent this school and to be able to spread the game of lacrosse in such a special way. The five of us who are already here, our amazing coaches and incredible staff have invested so much into this and it is going to show when we step on the field next February.”Olivia Sprinkle, January 2025 Enrollee
“I am very thrilled to be a part of the inaugural women’s lacrosse team and starting something special at Florida State University. Being a student-athlete at such a prestigious athletic and academic university and to be led by outstanding coaches is an opportunity of a lifetime. It is so exciting to be involved in something that is helping grow the sport that I love.”Hannah Toole, 2025 Signee
“I am both honored and humbled to be a part of the first FSU recruiting class. Being a Florida State Seminole means playing with respect, grit, and passion. I can’t wait to start building this program and I am so excited for what is to come.”Peyton West, 2025 Signee
“Florida State University exemplifies both academic and athletic excellence. 365 days from now women’s lacrosse will take the field for the first time as a group wearing garnet and gold. I am proud to be a part of the foundation of girls from across the country with plans to build on the legacy in Tallahassee.”Brogan Wiles, 2025 Signee
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