CPLZ,
This is my theory as to why they did well with UF and not Bucknell.
Pitching, these players are used to the 90+ fastball. Slower pitching throws them off and sometimes it's tough to adjust. FSU bases their program on hitting and the long ball against top pitching. Same with Miami, #1 team in the country just getting by with wins. I think the same fate met with Georgia the other day.
This is not to take away from any program or pitching staff. But this is often why David beats Goliath. During the year, this type of loss means nothing, now there is more at stake. The NCAA places who they want together, with the hopes of a better outcome for the top seeds to win and often takes hits that the southeast teams get easier teams to play against. It doesn't always work that way.
I am not an FSU fan, so no problem with them having to work hard for it.
This is just another example of how difficult it is on the road to Omaha, you can be up all year and in one weekend, whatever the circumstances, you're out. That's why any team that gets to the CWS deserves much respect. It ain't an easy road, even for the best.
Good luck to everyone, those who have players in post play on teh road to Omaha, tell them it's one of the greatest experiences of their baseball lives, play your hardest and help encourage your teammates.
