The Florida State Women's Softball team, also known as the Florida State Seminoles, is a collegiate softball team that competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I. The team is based at JoAnne Graf Field at the Seminole Softball Complex in Tallahassee, Florida, and is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). With a rich history of success, the Seminoles have established themselves as one of the top programs in the country, with numerous conference championships, NCAA tournament appearances, and All-American selections.
Program History
The Florida State Women’s Softball team was established in 1978, with JoAnne Graf as the program’s first head coach. Graf, a collegiate softball pioneer, led the team to its first NCAA tournament appearance in 1986 and won the program’s first conference championship in 1987. Under Graf’s guidance, the Seminoles became a consistent top-20 program, earning 10 NCAA tournament berths and producing several All-American players. In 2009, Graf retired as the winningest coach in NCAA Division I softball history, with a record of 1,437-487-6.
Recent Success
In 2009, Lonni Alameda took over as the head coach of the Florida State Women’s Softball team, bringing a new era of success to the program. Under Alameda’s leadership, the Seminoles have won two NCAA national championships (2018 and 2021), four ACC championships (2014, 2015, 2016, and 2018), and have made seven NCAA Women’s College World Series appearances. The team has also produced several All-American players, including Jessica Burroughs, Lacey Waldrop, and Sydney Sherrill.
| Season | Conference Record | NCAA Tournament Finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 21-3 | NCAA National Champions |
| 2019 | 19-5 | NCAA Super Regionals |
| 2020 | Season cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic | N/A |
| 2021 | 26-4 | NCAA National Champions |
Facilities and Support
The Florida State Women’s Softball team plays its home games at JoAnne Graf Field at the Seminole Softball Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that features a natural grass playing surface, permanent seating for 1,000 spectators, and a video scoreboard. The complex also includes a batting cage, pitching area, and weight room, providing the team with top-notch resources for practice and training. The team is also supported by a dedicated coaching staff, athletic trainers, and academic advisors, ensuring that the student-athletes have the resources they need to succeed both on and off the field.
Community Engagement
The Florida State Women’s Softball team is actively involved in the local community, participating in clinics, camps, and fundraising events throughout the year. The team also partners with local organizations, such as the Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Department and the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Big Bend, to promote softball development and provide opportunities for young players to learn from the Seminoles’ coaching staff and players.
- Hosted the 2018 NCAA Tallahassee Regional and Super Regional
- Partnered with the Tallahassee Community College to host a softball clinic for local youth players
- Raised over $10,000 for the Florida State University Softball Scholarship Fund through its annual Softball Alumni Game
What is the Florida State Women’s Softball team’s conference affiliation?
+The Florida State Women’s Softball team is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
Who is the head coach of the Florida State Women’s Softball team?
+Lonni Alameda is the head coach of the Florida State Women’s Softball team.
What is the name of the Florida State Women’s Softball team’s home stadium?
+The Florida State Women’s Softball team plays its home games at JoAnne Graf Field at the Seminole Softball Complex.
