Nov. 11, 2026, 12:15 p.m. ET
Florida State men’s golf secured one of the nation’s most coveted recruits Wednesday as Miles Russell officially signed with the Seminoles, adding another elite prospect to head coach Trey Jones’ 2027 recruiting class.
Russell, an 18-year-old Jacksonville Beach native, is the No. 1-ranked recruit in the Class of 2027 and currently sits fifth in the World Amateur Golf Ranking, according to Golfweek.
The highly touted prospect originally committed to Florida State in June 2025 before making his decision official on National Signing Day. “Officially a Nole!” Russell announced on Instagram. “I’m incredibly grateful for my family, coaches, and everyone who has supported me and helped me get to this point.
“A special thank you to Coach Trey Jones and the entire FSU coaching staff for believing in me and giving me this opportunity. I can’t wait to learn from the coaches, compete alongside my future teammates, and represent such an incredible program. “Excited for this next chapter! Go Noles!”
Russell arrives with one of the most decorated résumés in junior golf history.
Earlier this week, he earned his third AJGA Rolex Junior Player of the Year award, joining six-time major champion Phil Mickelson as the only male golfers to receive the honor three times.
His accomplishments extend well beyond junior competition. In 2024, Russell became the youngest golfer to make the cut on the Korn Ferry Tour at just 15 years old, finishing tied for 20th at the LECOM Suncoast Classic. He continued making history in 2026, finishing tied for 39th at the U.S. Open, reaching the U.S. Junior Amateur final, and representing the United States in the Walker Cup.
Russell also captured his second consecutive Junior Invitational title at Sage Valley, further establishing himself among the country’s premier amateur prospects.
His signing adds even more star power to an already impressive Florida State recruiting class that includes Charlie Woods, the son of 15-time major champion Tiger Woods. Both are expected to arrive in Tallahassee ahead of the 2027-28 season.
For Jones, who guided Florida State to a national runner-up finish in 2024, Russell’s addition represents another significant recruiting accomplishment as the Seminoles pursue their first NCAA men’s golf national championship.
With Russell and Woods set to join the program, Florida State is assembling one of the most intriguing incoming classes in college golf.
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