FSU Baseball | Link Jarrett Press conference 5-13-26 | Florida State Miami | Warchant TV

Florida State baseball head coach Link Jarrett reflects on the storied rivalry with Miami, sharing a vivid, personal memory from a 1992 game where he failed to score the winning run due to a wind-aided catch and a costly misjudgment. The moment, which led to a brutal verbal dressing-down from coach Chip, remains one of the most defining of his career. Jarrett uses this story to underscore the emotional weight and intensity of the Florida State-Miami series, especially as it arrives at the end of the season — a pivotal moment that amplifies focus, resilience, and mental toughness. He emphasizes that the team’s depth, adaptability, and fight have carried them through injuries and lineup instability, with players like DeLamalur, Carnes, and Smala stepping up. The coach also highlights strategic advantages of playing the series at home, the importance of rest and preparation heading into the tournament, and the value of using rivalry pressure as a psychological edge. Ultimately, he frames the upcoming series not just as a battle for pride, but as a crucible that tests the team’s maturity and readiness for postseason success.