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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

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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

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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

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RECAP: FGCU Wins Thriller Against FAU

FGCU (1-4) gets their long-awaited first win of the season against FAU (2-3) in dramatic fashion. Junior Point Guard, Jalen Warren led the Eagles down the stretch and into overtime, capping the night with a game winning floater that set Alico Arena on fire. The game started slow for both teams. FAU was first to strike with a 2-point jumper. FGCU responded with a 3 … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Wins Thriller Against FAU

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PREVIEW: FGCU Welcomes FAU to the Nest in a Battle of the Birds – 11/20/19

Florida Atlantic University (2-2) travels across the alley to Fort Myers to face FGCU (0-4) at Alico Arena. FAU lost their top four scorers from a season ago and have struggled to replace them. They have played only 2 games against D-I teams this year lost both by a large margin. The Owls lost to Miami in their first game by a score of 74-60. … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Welcomes FAU to the Nest in a Battle of the Birds – 11/20/19

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