Florida Governor DeSantis Awards Medal of Freedom to College Football Icon Lee Corso

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis awarded Coach Lee Corso the Governor's Medal of Freedom, one of the state's highest honors, recognizing his significant contributions to college football, sports broadcasting, and his alma mater, Florida State University. Corso, known as the 'Sunshine Scooter,' had a versatile athletic career at FSU, excelling in football and baseball during the 1950s and setting a longstanding interception record. After playing, he coached at several universities, including FSU, Maryland, Navy, Louisville, and Indiana, before becoming a beloved ESPN College GameDay analyst for 38 years, retiring in 2025. DeSantis praised Corso's lifelong dedication to the game, highlighting his iconic headgear picks on College GameDay and his status as a fixture of college football. The award ceremony took place in Tallahassee ahead of the Florida State vs. Miami rivalry game, underscoring Corso's deep ties to Florida sports. Corso expressed deep gratitude for the honor and his lasting affection for Florida State and Tallahassee.