No. 6 FSU Softball Defeats No. 7 UCLA 11-7 in Clearwater Tourney

Seminoles' top hitters combine for 9 RBIs in victory over Bruins

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The No. 6 Florida State softball team defeated No. 7 UCLA 11-7 in the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational on Saturday. The Seminoles' offense exploded for 11 runs in the first three innings, led by a perfect 9-for-9 start from their top three hitters - Isa Torres, Marin Heller, and Jaysoni Beachum - who drove in 9 of the team's 11 runs. Beachum hit two home runs and tied her career high with 5 RBIs.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between two top-10 teams showcases the strength of the Florida State softball program, which has been a consistent national power. The win over a highly ranked UCLA squad boosts the Seminoles' resume and confidence heading into the rest of the season.

The details

Florida State jumped out to a 3-1 lead in the first inning and then scored 4 runs in the second and 4 more in the third to build an 11-2 advantage. UCLA scored 4 runs in the fourth to make it 11-7, but the Seminoles held on for the victory. Jazzy Francik came in to pitch 4 innings and earn the win for FSU.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
  • The game was part of the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational tournament.

The players

Isa Torres

A key hitter in the Florida State lineup who went 3-for-3 with a home run and 2 RBIs in the game.

Marin Heller

Another top hitter for the Seminoles who went 3-for-3 with a double and 2 RBIs.

Jaysoni Beachum

The star of the game, hitting two home runs and driving in 5 runs for Florida State.

Jazzy Francik

The Florida State pitcher who came in to pitch 4 innings and earn the win.

UCLA

The No. 7 ranked UCLA Bruins softball team that fell to Florida State in this matchup.

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What’s next

Florida State will return to action on Sunday at noon against No. 3 Tennessee in its final game of the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational.

The takeaway

This decisive victory over a top-10 opponent demonstrates the offensive firepower and depth of the No. 6 Florida State softball team, which continues to establish itself as one of the premier programs in the country.