Seminole Men's Basketball Season Tickets Now On Sale Oct 3, 2008
There will not be an ACC six-pack this season so get your season tickets today for the best reserved seats, a 10% saving off face value*, giveaways and more as a Florida State Basketball season ticket holder this season. The Seminoles return All-ACC Guard and fan favorite while head coach welcomes one of the most highly touted recruiting classes in Florida State basketball History ... Get your Florida State Basketball Tickets today. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Football Forced Inside On The First Day Of Football Practice Aug 8, 2008
The weather caused the football coaches to do some creative last-minute planning as the team practiced inside the Florida State Basketball Training Center for the first time in school history. The defense got a head start indoors before the two units spent a few periods working together on the two basketball courts. (Seminoles.com)
Seminole Basketball Great Sam Cassell Earns Third NBA Championship With Boston Celtics Jun 20, 2008
Cassell became the second Florida State basketball star to earn an NBA Championship with the Celtics. He joined Seminole great Dave Cowens who helped lead the Celtics to NBA titles in 1974 and 1976. (Seminoles.com)
Looking Back... Florida State's Outdoor Success in 1984 Jun 12, 2008
She is married to former Florida State basketball star Mitchell Wiggins. Marita Payne-Wiggins is back in Ontario and works in the insurance business. (Theacc.com)
Hoops Notes: Fans came out in record numbers Jun 5, 2008
"It was a very dumb thing to do, and I have embarrassed not only myself but my family, my teammates, our coaching staff and the entire Florida State basketball program," Reid said. "I put myself in a situation that I should not have been in and for that I am truly sorry. I will have to work very hard to regain the trust of the many people I have hurt because of my poor choices." Reid averaged 5. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Seminole Great Durham Honored As Keynote Speaker At Men's Basketball Banquet On April 16 Apr 2, 2008
- Hugh Durham, the second-winningest basketball coach in Florida State basketball history, will be the honored keynote speaker at the Seminole Men's Basketball Awards Banquet on April 16 at the Tom and Ginny Futch Ballroom in University Center B on the Florida State campus ... Reservations for the banquet can be made to the Florida State basketball office at (850) 644-1461. (Seminoles.com)
Realistic Seminoles ready for NIT bid Mar 16, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The disappointment of a 10th season passing without an NCAA Tournament berth won't linger long for the Florida State basketball team. Physically and emotionally drained in the immediate aftermath of Friday's ACC Tournament quarterfinal loss to No. 1 North Carolina, the Seminoles (19-14) were already looking ahead. (Florida Times-Union)
Basketball helps QB's speed Feb 1, 2008
West Virginia football coach Bill Stewart said he endorsed Brown joining the basketball team "100 percent." But it can be demanding to play both sports, said Hands, who played on the Florida State basketball team in the early 1990s with two-sport star Charlie Ward. "I was his roommate on the road and quite a few times we'd talk about how difficult it is," Hands said of Ward. (The Palm Beach Post)
Florida State Seminoles vow to limit turnovers in future Jan 10, 2008
30-day news archives. "The Seminoles are running an alarming deficit when it comes to assist-to-turnover ratio, ranking last in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Mistakes will be tougher to overcome as they face nothing but league opponents the rest of the way. The Seminoles visit No. 19 Clemson on Saturday."We just have not always made as good decisions in the half-court," FSU coach Leonard Hamilton said.Douglas made the transition to point guard from shooting guard last season but continues to... (Florida Today)
Support The Christmas Connection At Tuesday's Basketball Game Against Charleston Dec 18, 2007
- This Tuesday when the Florida State basketball team plays host to the College of Charleston the Department of Athletics will host a benefit for the fans and community of Tallahassee. If they bring a children's gift to benefit Christmas Connection they will receive a FREE ticket to the game. (Seminoles.com)
On ACC All Access This Week Dec 4, 2007
Florida State basketball player Isaiah Swann is one of the nation's top shooters. He returned to the Seminole squad for his third consecutive season as part of the starting line-up and is 26-of-55 from long range, averaging 15 points per game and a team-best in assists with 32. (Theacc.com)
HAMILTON SIGNS NATIONALLY RANKED CLASS Nov 15, 2007
LEONARD HAMILTON SIGNS ANOTHER NATIONALLY RANKED RECRUITING CLASS FOR THE FLORIDA STATE BASKETBALL PROGRAM.. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (TheTerritory.org)
Hamilton Signs Another Nationally Ranked Recruiting Class For Florida State Basketball Nov 15, 2007
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Radio and Television Shows. (Seminoles.com)
Seminoles give hoops coach Hamilton two-year extension Nov 9, 2007
Florida State basketball coach Leonard Hamilton's contract was extended for two years Thursday, university President T.K. Wetherell said. Hamilton, who is beginning his sixth season at Florida State, is now under contract through the 2011-2012 season, the university said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Duke women cruise Nov 9, 2007
FSU EXTENDS HAMILTON'S TIME: Florida State basketball coach Leonard Hamilton's contract was extended for two years Thursday, university President T.K. Wetherell said. Hamilton, who is begins his sixth season at Florida State, is now under contract through the 2011-12 season, the university said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Seminoles Open Season Against Nicholls State Friday At 7:00 p.m. Nov 8, 2007
The Seminoles will be led by a pair of veteran seniors - and - and an established junior - - as they continue to establish the Florida State basketball team as one of the top programs in the nation. DOUGLAS, RICH AND SWANN ARE HONORS CANDIDATES All-ACC candidates , and will anchor one of the ACC's deepest backcourt units and compete for honors throughout the season. (Seminoles.com)
Countdown To Basketball: Men's Exhibition Game Against West Florida On Oct. 31 Oct 27, 2007
The Florida State basketball team begins its two-game exhibition season as it plays host to West Florida on Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Donald L. Tucker Center ... The Seminoles will be led by a pair of veteran seniors - and - and an established junior - - as they continue to establish the Florida State basketball team as one of the top programs in the nation. (Seminoles.com)
Operation BKB: Around the ACC, Part III Oct 27, 2007
However, when you go back and look at the history of Florida State basketball, theyve had the ups but we havent been consistent. The fans are already there, the arena is a great place to play. (InsideCarolina.com)
FLORIDA STATE MEN'S BASKETBALL MEDIA GUIDE AVAILABLE ONLINE Oct 10, 2007
This year's Media Guide features extensive and complete bios on each of the players and coaches, as well as information on current Seminoles in the NBA and a look back at the accomplishments of former Florida State basketball teams and players. The team starts practice on Friday as it begins preparation for the upcoming season. (Seminoles.com)
Florida A&M names former star as new coach Sep 21, 2007
(AP) -- Former Florida State basketball star Eugene Harris is being named as the head basketball coach at Florida A&M.. Harris' 956 career points rank in the top 50 all-time at Florida State, where he was a three-year starter and co-captain of the Seminoles' team that won the Metro Conference in 1978. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Bringing The Ball Up The Court With Toney Douglas Aug 26, 2007
What is the most exciting thing for you about being a member of the Florida State basketball program ... " What has been you most memorable experience since joining the Florida State basketball team? "The most memorable experience for me is when we went to Duke and won in Cameron Indoor Stadium for the first time in school history. (Seminoles.com)
Shooting 3-Point Shots With Florida State's Isaiah Swann Aug 6, 2007
"My favorite part of being a Florida State basketball player is the time we spend with each other. People say that players on some teams don't like to be around each other all the time but I think it's good for us -- we're around each other pretty much 12 hours of the day, if not more. We all love each other; it's nothing but love on the team for everybody. We have bonded so well and we get along so well - we enjoy being with each other. That bond translates to us getting along with each other... (Seminoles.com)
Seminole Basketball Program Busy During Summer Months Jul 26, 2007
- It has been a busy summer for the many members - past and present - of the Florida State basketball program. From All-America becoming only the second NBA lottery selection in school history to Head Coach upcoming induction into the Gaston County (N.C.) Hall of Fame, the Seminoles continue to raise the stature of the program on the local, regional and national levels. (Seminoles.com)
Seminoles' Thornton Looking Forward To Thursday's NBA Draft Jun 28, 2007
- Florida State basketball All-American will wake up in New York - the city that never sleeps -- on Thursday morning and wonder if he is dreaming. For the Seminole basketball star it will truly be the first day of the rest of his life as he will spend a nervous day waiting to see which team he will be selected by in the 2007 NBA Draft held at Madison Square Garden. (Seminoles.com)
Howard Porter severely beaten May 23, 2007
MINNEAPOLIS -- Howard Porter, who led Booker High School to the 1967 Florida state basketball championship, was found severely beaten in a Minneapolis alley, and remained hospitalized Tuesday ... MINNEAPOLIS -- Howard Porter, who led Booker High School to the 1967 Florida state basketball championship, was found severely beaten in a Minneapolis alley, and remained hospitalized Tuesday. (Herald-Tribune)
Monroe's USA Invite A Boost To FSU's Program May 16, 2007
" Monroe is one of 37 invitees - 17 college players and 20 incoming freshmen. The 2006 Gatorade Girls Player of the Year her senior season at Fort Lauderdale's Stranahan High, Monroe is one of the top recruits during Semrau's 10 seasons at FSU. As a freshman, the 6-foot-4 Monroe played in all 34 games and averaged 8.1 points and 6.0 rebounds, proving she was deserving of all the hype coming out of high school. Her invitation to compete at USA Basketball's team trials - and the invitations of... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Hamilton Already Looking Ahead Mar 28, 2007
We are confident we're going to put this program where it needs to be. But we all have thunderbolts, we all have obstacles we have to overcome. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Thonrton Earns All-America Second-Team Honors Mar 27, 2007
- , who led the Florida State basketball team to the quarterfinal round of the 2007 NIT, has earned All-America Second-Team honors as selected by Rivals. com. (Seminoles.com)
FSU angry going into NIT Mar 14, 2007
It's not the desired time or the place - and the bracket isn't nearly as popular to fill out - but the Florida State basketball team gets another chance to play when the National Invitation Tournament tips off Tuesday night in Tallahassee. Just don't expect any of the FSU players to show up in a dancing mood, especially after finding out Sunday evening that they were left out of the NCAA tournament for a second straight year. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
FSU lays egg in round two, UNC rolls 73-58 Mar 11, 2007
TAMPA In a dizzying stretch that lasted just 22 seconds on the game clock, the Florida State basketball team lost control of its postseason chances and saw its NCAA tournament fate put squarely in the hands of the 10-man selection committee. FSU's meltdown at the end of the first half and opening possession of the second half allowed top-seeded North Carolina to build a cushion it never relinquished during the Tar Heels' 73-58 victory in the second found of the Atlantic Coast Conference... (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Noles finally get over Clemson hump, 67-66 Mar 9, 2007
TAMPA Sporting new long-sleeved shirts with the words "Whatever It Takes" across the front, the Florida State basketball team somehow found a way to keep its NCAA tournament hopes alive on Thursday afternoon. And maybe it wasn't the prettiest display of last-minute basketball, but the 67-66 victory over Clemson certainly looked good enough for a Florida State team that has been on the wrong end of so many late-game losses in the last few years. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
N.C. beats FSU 73-58 Mar 9, 2007
Latest Post headline Sporting new shirts with the words "Whatever It Takes" across the front, the Florida State basketball team found a way to keep its NCAA Tournament hopes alive Thursday. More Florida State news. (The Palm Beach Post)
Keeping Hope Alive Mar 3, 2007
and his Florida State basketball players haven't exactly spent the last few weeks insulated from the rest of the college basketball world. They all know what's at stake when the Seminoles play at Miami on Saturday afternoon. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Al Thornton Leaves His Mark At Florida State Feb 26, 2007
He certainly carries a presence about him (at 6'8" 230 it would be hard not to), but it often seems as though he wishes he could hide inside the growing shadow he casts over Florida State basketball. But upon closer inspection, you'll suddenly realize Thornton's not so quiet after all. Off the court, he hams it up with his teammates and even admits at times that his boisterous behavior can get out of hand. "Once you get to know me I'm very outgoing," said Thornton. "I play all the time, joke all... (Seminoles.com)
FSU falls at Virginia despite Thornton's 30 points Feb 18, 2007
With three games remaining in the regular season, the Florida State basketball team finds its backs firmly against the wall. The Seminoles saw a second-half rally fall short on Saturday and let another Atlantic Coast Conference road victory slip away during a 73-70 loss at Virginia. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Thornton, Douglas help Noles survive Wake Forest Jan 28, 2007
took just one shot in the first half, and really didn't assert his presence on the offensive end until the Florida State basketball team needed him the most. But once he decided to strike, Douglas carried the Seminoles to a much-needed 74-66 victory over Wake Forest on Saturday afternoon. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Midweek Thoughts: Breaking down scheduling & more Jan 27, 2007
He also discusses his issues with Thursday night games, whether a playoff system could work in college football, and some thoughts of Florida State basketball. Sign in here if you already have a username and password to any service on the Rivals. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Lamar: Midweek Thoughts Jan 19, 2007
Also, some thoughts on the Florida State basketball team in Lamar's Midweek Thoughts. Sign in here if you already have a username and password to any service on the Rivals. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Defense, turnovers sink FSU at Georgia Tech Jan 14, 2007
Nothing Hamilton or the Florida State basketball team tried stopped Georgia Tech from making big shot after big shot on Saturday night. The Yellow Jackets stormed to an 88-80 victory over the Seminoles, thanks in large part to a series of huge plays that came with the shot clock winding down. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Signees Vaughn, DeMercy play on national stage Jan 3, 2007
At the very least, future Florida State basketball players Jordan DeMercy and Julian Vaughn won't have to worry about the nervousness of playing on national television for the first time. That's because DeMercy and Vaughn made their ESPN debuts in early December in a showdown between the top two high school programs in the country. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
