Florida State president acknowledges fanbase frustration over football struggles

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 18:02 · Archive

Florida State President Richard McCullough acknowledged fan frustration over the football programme's poor performance in a letter to supporters on Tuesday. The Seminoles are 3-4, including 1-3 in the Atlantic Coast Conference, heading into Saturday's home game against Clemson.

McCullough wrote that the university shares fans' expectations and is committed to changing results. 'And we are not asking you to believe that everything is fine. We know it is not,' he stated. He addressed concerns about whether university leadership understands the seriousness of the situation and whether there is a clear plan for the future.

Football coach Mike Norvell is in his seventh season with a record of 41-38, having just five Power Four wins since the start of the 2024 season. FSU fired athletic director Mike Alford last month. McCullough and board of trustees chairman Peter Collins named Bruce Warwick as interim athletic director. The search for a permanent athletic director will begin soon, and the university is closely examining the structure of its athletics leadership.

How it is being reported

• Florida State president acknowledges fanbase frustration and admits everything is not fineBeginning a lengthy letter to fans with “I hear you.News4Jax · 27 Oct, 17:45
• Florida State president acknowledges fanbase frustration and admits everything is not fineBeginning a lengthy letter to fans with “I hear you.Clickorlando · 27 Oct, 17:45

In this story: Florida State · Richard McCullough · Mike Norvell · Mike Alford · Bruce Warwick · Clemson

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