PREVIEW: FGCU Heads Across the Alley to Face FIU – 12/4/19

The Eagles are currently on a 3-game skid and hoping to turn things around as they travel to FIU. The Golden Panthers hold a 5-3 record (3-3 against D-I and 3-0 at home) with wins against Cleveland State, Eastern Kentucky, and New Hampshire. Their losses are to Mississippi State, North Carolina State, and UNC Wilmington. FIU is a member of Conference USA. Last year they … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Heads Across the Alley to Face FIU – 12/4/19

RECAP: FGCU Ends Weekend on a Downer, Losing to Georgia Southern – 72-57

After 2 tournament losses, FGCU looked to rebound in game 3 versus Georgia Southern. Rainwater won the tipoff (9-0) and the Eagles scored a quick bucket. The first half started off well and FGCU was comfortably in front. Sam Gagliardi provided a huge offensive explosion by way of 4 first half 3s. Justus Raiwater continued his solid play in the tourney by adding 6 points … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Ends Weekend on a Downer, Losing to Georgia Southern – 72-57

RECAP: FGCU Frustrated in Loss to Campbell

FGCU entered the game just one day after laying an egg against North Dakota. Campbell had sustained a 10 point loss the night prior as well, so both teams were looking for their first tournament win. The game started in typical fashion with Rainwater winning the tip-off (8-0 on the year). He then picked up where he left off by getting the first two points … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Frustrated in Loss to Campbell

RECAP: FGCU Squanders One to North Dakota – 78-63

The game started off on the right foot. FGCU won the tip-off and has now done so in 7 straight games (Rainwater has won all 7 of his jumps). The Eagles started hot and jumped to a 12-4 lead. At one point, the Eagles led 30-15. Unfortunately, the Fighting Hawks were able to battle back and gain momentum. The 1st half ended with FGCU leading … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Squanders One to North Dakota – 78-63

PREVIEW: FGCU Set to Host the Hilton Garden Inn Classic – 11/29/19 – 12/1/19

North Dakota FGCU takes on North Dakota to start their 3-game slate on Friday 11/29. North Dakota enters the tournament with a 2-4 record. They have struggled against D-I competition (0-4) with losses to Gonzaga, Valparaiso, Milwaukee, and Minnesota. The Eagles hold a 1-1 record against the Fighting Hawks. The teams first squared off back in 2004 in a game that North Dakota won. More … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Set to Host the Hilton Garden Inn Classic – 11/29/19 – 12/1/19