Florida State vs Virginia Tech: Seminoles roll to statement 92-69 road win in Blacksburg
Florida State delivered one of its most complete efforts of the season Saturday in Blacksburg, turning a tight first half into a runaway 92-69 victory over Virginia Tech. A dominant second-half performance, led by a bench explosion and efficient ball handling, pushed the Seminoles to an important ACC road win.
Second-half surge turns the tide
The game was competitive early, with Virginia Tech carrying a 42-39 lead into halftime. Florida State flipped the script after the break, scoring 53 points in the second half while holding the Hokies to just 27. That 26-point swing erased a slim deficit and turned a close contest into a decisive blowout by the final whistle.
Martin Sommerville sparks bench with ultra-efficient performance
Florida State’s difference-maker was Martin Sommerville, who came off the bench to score a game-high 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting while committing zero turnovers. He also handed out six assists in just under 30 minutes, combining scoring punch and ball security in a way that controlled the Seminoles’ tempo throughout the closing stretch.
Balanced attack and strong distribution
The Seminoles placed four players in double figures and generated offense from multiple levels: transition opportunities, half-court execution and perimeter shooting. That balance neutralized Virginia Tech’s defensive focus on any single scorer and forced constant rotations that opened driving lanes and kick-out looks. Florida State’s ability to convert those looks at a high clip proved decisive late.
Execution and composure on the road
Execution separated the teams in key stretches. Florida State protected the ball well, and its timely stops led to scoring runs late in the first half and early in the second. The composure shown in an away environment — an area of inconsistency earlier in conference play — stood out as the Seminoles turned pressure moments into momentum-building sequences.
Hokies’ prospects and remaining slate
Virginia Tech entered the game fighting for postseason positioning and will now absorb the loss as it looks ahead to a tough run of remaining opponents. The Hokies have secured notable wins this season but will need to regroup after allowing such an emphatic second-half outburst at home. Upcoming road tests loom large as the team attempts to stabilize its resume.
Series context and implications
This meeting continues a long-standing series between the programs and underscores the competitive texture of conference play. For Florida State, the victory moves the Seminoles to 12-13 overall and 5-7 in ACC play, while Virginia Tech falls to 17-9 and 6-7 in the league. Beyond the numbers, the manner of the win — a dominant second half, efficient offense and clean ball handling — provides a blueprint the Seminoles will hope to replicate as the ACC schedule ramps up.
