The Florida State softball team held its annual Fan Day and intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday afternoon, just a few days ahead of the 2023 season. FSU split the team in two, with the Gold taking a 10-2 victory in five innings in a modified scrimmage where innings often began with a runner on first or second base.

Right-hander Allison Royalty, an Arizona State transfer, was among those who impressed with a shutout inning. Kat Sandercock and Ali DuBois also got in a few innings of work.

Kaley Mudge had a two-run double, while Josie Muffley had a two-run bloop single and Kalei Harding had an RBI single. (Note: Due to the modified format, FSU does not have an official box score.)

Harding and Krystina Hartley are among the options at third base going into the year. Mack Leonard and Bethany Keen are also vying for the starting job at first with the potential that one could start at first and the other would be a designated hitter.

FSU also opened up a new multi-level deck along the left-field line, which replaces the berm. The new $1 million video board in right-center field is also a welcome addition ahead of the 2023 season.

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The Seminoles open the season on Thursday against Lipscomb at 6 p.m. in the three-day JoAnne Graf Classic.

Lonni Alameda discussed the excitement over the season, what Royalty brings to the Seminoles and a few of the position battles in an interview with the media on Saturday afternoon.

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