FSU Softball Hosts Louisiana in Home Opener

No. 6 Seminoles look to bounce back from Clearwater Invitational losses

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The No. 6 Florida State Seminoles (8-2) return home to the Seminole Softball Complex to host Louisiana (6-3) on Tuesday evening. The Seminoles are coming off a mixed performance at the Shriners Children's Clearwater Invitational, where they defeated No. 7 UCLA and Florida Atlantic but lost to No. 1 Texas Tech and No. 3 Tennessee. FSU's offense is led by shortstop Isa Torres (.486 batting average), third baseman Jaysoni Beachum (.423 average, 3 HR, 12 RBIs), and freshman Marin Heller (.405 average, 6 doubles, 8 RBIs). Ace pitcher Jazzy Francik (5-0, 1.04 ERA) anchors the Seminoles' pitching staff.

Why it matters

This home opener marks the start of a 12-game homestand for the Seminoles, who will look to build momentum and solidify their position as one of the top teams in the country. Louisiana presents a formidable opponent, having secured a notable win against Ole Miss earlier this season.

The details

Louisiana's pitching staff, led by Julianne Tipton (2.33 ERA) and Lexie Delbrey (2.74 ERA), will be tasked with containing FSU's potent offense. The Seminoles hold a 12-9 all-time advantage over the Ragin' Cajuns and are undefeated at home this season.

  • The game is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Isa Torres

Shortstop for the Florida State Seminoles, currently leading the team with a .486 batting average and 7 RBIs.

Jaysoni Beachum

Third baseman for the Florida State Seminoles, hitting .423 with a team-high 3 home runs and 12 RBIs.

Marin Heller

Freshman for the Florida State Seminoles, hitting .405 with a team-leading 6 doubles and 8 RBIs.

Jazzy Francik

Ace pitcher for the Florida State Seminoles, with a 5-0 record and 1.04 ERA.

Haley Hart

Leads the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns offense, hitting .481 with 3 home runs and 12 RBIs.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to improve and build on our strengths as we head into this home stretch. Louisiana will be a tough opponent, and we're looking forward to the challenge.”

— Lonni Alameda, Head Coach, Florida State Seminoles (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

The Seminoles will look to continue their home dominance and secure a victory over Louisiana, which would set them up for a successful homestand as they prepare for ACC play.

The takeaway

This game will be a crucial test for the Seminoles as they look to bounce back from their losses at the Clearwater Invitational and solidify their status as one of the top teams in the country. A strong performance at home against Louisiana could propel them to greater success in the coming weeks.