May 17, 2026, 5:53 p.m. ET
FSU softball’s 2026 season came to an end on Sunday, with the Seminoles losing to the UCF Knights 4-2 in the Tallahassee Regional Final. FSU finished the season 52-10.
The Seminoles never led in the game as UCF used a pair of two-run homers to pull off the upset. FSU was unable to get to UCF freshman pitcher Tori Payne, who allowed just one run over 6.0 innings on four hits and five walks. FSU had chances to score, but was never able to take the lead and stranded nine runners.
It is the first time that FSU has lost to UCF in the NCAA Tournament, with the Seminoles winning the first seven matchups. FSU has failed to advance to the Super Regional round for the first time since 2022, and they have not made the Women’s College World Series since 2023.
It was a disappointing end to the season for a team that won over 50 games and won both the ACC Regular Season and Tournament Championships. Here is a look at how FSU fans reacted to the end of the 2026 season.
FSU softball’s season is overPainA shocking outcome for FSUFSU battlesIt was a fun seasonChanged the gameMadi Frey and Makenna Ried accomplished a lotA tough loss for FSUYes she isTough to processFSU fought hardUCF is moving onWas a special teamWas a backbreakerVeryFSU’s offense could never get goingYesIt really wasFSU’s future is brightAn unfortunate ending
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