CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — In the eyes of Metallica, the best way to wage a war is to “Fight Fire with Fire," as the 1984 song goes.

Final: The Hokies fall in the ACC Championship game to No. 10 Florida State, 2-1

The NCAA Selection Show airs Sunday at 7 p.m. on ESPN2. #Hokies pic.twitter.com/EaaORQ28Rh

— Virginia Tech Softball (@HokiesSoftball) May 9, 2026

That fire for Virginia Tech came within the circle, as over the 20 innings fired in the three-game tournament, Tech’s rotation held its foes to a mere three runs.

But Florida State's inferno came from the 2026 ACC Pitcher of the Year, Jazzy Francik. She limited the Hokies (45-10, 18-6 ACC) to a single run in the Seminoles' (49-8, 21-3) 2-1 victory to claim the ACC title.

"I'm proud of my kids," said Virginia Tech head coach Pete D'Amour. "They played toe-to-toe with Florida State. Best team in the league, so no bones about how we played."

Final: The Hokies fall in the ACC Championship game to No.…