The Heated Rival

The Miami-Florida State rivalry dates to 1951, when the Hurricanes defeated the Seminoles 35-13 in their inaugural meeting. The schools have played uninterrupted since 1966, with Miami holding the all-time advantage, 29-21.

Wide Right I

• 1991 at Doak Campbell Stadium


• Miami 17, Florida State 16


• Florida State kicker, Gerry Thomas

Wide Right II

• 1992 at the Orange Bowl


• Miami 19, Florida State 16


• Florida State kicker, Dan Mowrey

Wide Right III

• 2000 at the Orange Bowl


• Miami 27, Florida State 24


• Florida State kicker, Matt Munyon

Wide Left I

• 2002 at the Orange Bowl


• Miami 28, Florida State 27


• Florida State kicker, Xavier Beitia

The Hurricanes and Seminoles have a hate-hate relationship, always have and always will. This rivalry will continue on for years to come, especially since the two schools are playing in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Where It All Started...

I have always been a Hurricanes fan since I was a little girl. It was started with my dad, Jay. When I was little, he would stick me in front of the television and we would watch football games together. I have pictures of him putting a Hurricanes hat on me. That is where it all started.

One Halloween I wanted to dress up as a Miami Hurricanes cheerleader. I kept begging my mom to find the outfit. Well, we put some stuff together and she bought me orange and green pom poms. I was so happy.

1997 is when I first attended a Hurricanes football game. My family had tickets in the west end zone. I just couldn't believe that I was right there seeing all of the action in person. From there, the rest was history.

Today, I am 22 years year old and still a huge Hurricanes fan. I have a Hurricanes license plate on my car, key chain, shot glass, jewelry, purses, clothing, shoes, etc. Even my desk at work is decorated with Hurricanes gear. I cheer on the Hurricanes more than my own school.

I definitely bleed orange and green. When I have children, they will also become Hurricane fans, whether they like it or not.