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When Link Jarrett returned to Tallahassee to take over FSU baseball in June of 2022 to take over his alma mater, he inherited one of the sport's most tradition-rich brands, but also one searching for consistency after the end of the Mike Martin Jr. era. What followed was not an overnight transformation.
FSU has gone from missing the NCAA Tournament entirely to returning to Omaha and reestablishing itself as one of college baseball's national contenders. Now, with the Seminoles earning the No. 10 overall seed and preparing to host another Tallahassee Regional, Jarrett's tenure has reached another pivotal postseason moment.
Before Florida State begins its latest tournament run, here's a year-by-year look at how the Seminoles arrived here and how quickly the program climbed back toward college baseball's elite tier.
Jarrett's first season in Tallahassee became one of the most difficult years in program history. Florida State finished 23-31 overall and 9-21 in ACC play, recording the program's first losing season and ending the Seminoles' NCAA Tournament streak at 44 consecutive appearances — one of the longest streaks in college athletics history.
The season was painful by Florida State standards, but internally, it laid the groundwork for a reshaped roster and cultural reset.
FSU surged from 23 wins to 49 victories, producing one of the biggest year-over-year turnarounds in the country. The Seminoles returned to the NCAA Tournament, hosted postseason baseball again, and ultimately advanced all the way to the College World Series — Florida State's first trip to Omaha since 2019.
The run represented far more than a postseason appearance. It signaled that Jarrett's vision had accelerated much faster than many anticipated. Florida State again looked like a national power, combining elite starting pitching with a deeper lineup and the style of aggressive baseball Jarrett had implemented throughout his coaching career.
Florida State followed its College World Series appearance with another strong season, winning 42 games and reaching a second consecutive Super Regional under Jarrett. Maintaining that level of success in the transfer portal era became arguably as impressive as the initial turnaround itself.
Programs across college baseball increasingly struggle with roster continuity, but Jarrett's staff successfully blended development, recruiting, and portal additions to keep the Seminoles among the nation's top teams.
Now, FSU enters another postseason opportunity with expectations that have shifted entirely. The Seminoles earned the No. 10 overall national seed after posting a 38-17 regular-season record and will host the Tallahassee Regional for a third consecutive year under Jarrett.
Three seasons ago, Florida State was coming off the worst season in program history. Today, the conversation has changed from whether the Seminoles belong in the postseason to how far they can go once they get there. For Jarrett, the progression has been clear: first came rebuilding the foundation, then restoring the standard.
The next step will be finishing the job in Omaha.
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FSU has gone from missing the NCAA Tournament entirely to returning to Omaha and reestablishing itself as one of college baseball's national contenders. Now, with the Seminoles earning the No. 10 overall seed and preparing to host another Tallahassee Regional, Jarrett's tenure has reached another pivotal postseason moment.
Before Florida State begins its latest tournament run, here's a year-by-year look at how the Seminoles arrived here and how quickly the program climbed back toward college baseball's elite tier.
2023: Rock bottom before the turnaround
Jarrett's first season in Tallahassee became one of the most difficult years in program history. Florida State finished 23-31 overall and 9-21 in ACC play, recording the program's first losing season and ending the Seminoles' NCAA Tournament streak at 44 consecutive appearances — one of the longest streaks in college athletics history.
The season was painful by Florida State standards, but internally, it laid the groundwork for a reshaped roster and cultural reset.
2024: Immediate resurgence and a return to Omaha
FSU surged from 23 wins to 49 victories, producing one of the biggest year-over-year turnarounds in the country. The Seminoles returned to the NCAA Tournament, hosted postseason baseball again, and ultimately advanced all the way to the College World Series — Florida State's first trip to Omaha since 2019.
The run represented far more than a postseason appearance. It signaled that Jarrett's vision had accelerated much faster than many anticipated. Florida State again looked like a national power, combining elite starting pitching with a deeper lineup and the style of aggressive baseball Jarrett had implemented throughout his coaching career.
2025: Sustaining the momentum
Florida State followed its College World Series appearance with another strong season, winning 42 games and reaching a second consecutive Super Regional under Jarrett. Maintaining that level of success in the transfer portal era became arguably as impressive as the initial turnaround itself.
Programs across college baseball increasingly struggle with roster continuity, but Jarrett's staff successfully blended development, recruiting, and portal additions to keep the Seminoles among the nation's top teams.
2026: The next step begins as the No. 10 national seed
Now, FSU enters another postseason opportunity with expectations that have shifted entirely. The Seminoles earned the No. 10 overall national seed after posting a 38-17 regular-season record and will host the Tallahassee Regional for a third consecutive year under Jarrett.
Three seasons ago, Florida State was coming off the worst season in program history. Today, the conversation has changed from whether the Seminoles belong in the postseason to how far they can go once they get there. For Jarrett, the progression has been clear: first came rebuilding the foundation, then restoring the standard.
The next step will be finishing the job in Omaha.
Follow us @FSUWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida State news, notes, and opinions.
This article originally appeared on FSU Wire: FSU baseball: a look at Link Jarrett's postseason runs
Continue reading...
