RECAP: Eagles Battle Hard in Loss to RMU – 64-59

The Eagles fell to 2-10 on the season after losing to Robert Morris at home. The night started off on a strange note as Justus Rainwater lost the tip for first time (10-1). FGCU displayed solid defense, rebounding, and passing, jumping out to an early 7-2 lead. A couple of missed shots, turnovers and sloppy play led to quick, transition buckets for RMU, who would … Continue reading RECAP: Eagles Battle Hard in Loss to RMU – 64-59

PREVIEW: FGCU vs. Robert Morris – 12/7/19

Bad communication, slow rotation on defense, trouble against the press, turnovers, etc. Sound familiar? Actually, these are things that can be seen while watching Robert Morris play this season. The Colonials have had the same struggles as our Eagles this year and each team is desperately looking for a win. Robert Morris is 2-8 so far with only 1 win against a D-I opponent. Similarly, … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU vs. Robert Morris – 12/7/19

RECAP: FGCU Turns One Over to FIU – 71-53

FGCU continued their turnover-filled play against FIU. The game was hard to watch from the start as the Panthers jumped out to a 19-5 lead. The Eagles got back into it with timely points from Zach Scott and Caleb Catto. At halftime, the Eagles trailed 34-21. The 2nd half started with more missed shots and turnovers. The Panthers capitalized and pushed the lead to 27 … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Turns One Over to FIU – 71-53

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 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