RECAP: Eagles Come Up Short in 78-73 Overtime Loss to UNA

FGCU (10-21, 7-9) played an extremely tough game against UNA (13-16, 8-8) but, unfortunately, came up short in an OT loss. It was Senior Day at Alico so Tracy Hector Jr made his return to the starting lineup. Additionally, scout team guys, Ryan Rocuant and Kyle Hoffman got their first career starts. To begin the game, Rocuant won the tip, positioned himself in the low … Continue reading RECAP: Eagles Come Up Short in 78-73 Overtime Loss to UNA

PREVIEW: FGCU Hosts UNA to Close out the Regular Season – 2/29

Just a short time after taking care of business against JU, FGCU (10-20, 7-8) reopens the doors to Alico Arena for a battle against UNA (12-16, 7-8). The Eagles and Lions are currently tied for 5th place in the conference. Both teams are riding a 2-game winning streak and looking to head into the conference tournament on a high note. Last time these teams squared … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Hosts UNA to Close out the Regular Season – 2/29

RECAP: FGCU Grinds Out a Tough Victory at Home Versus Jacksonville

Entering the contest in a 3-way tie for 5th place in the ASUN standings, FGCU (10-20, 7-8) took care of business against Jacksonville (13-17, 6-9) at home in Alico Arena. The game started out fast, with both teams trading blows for the first 5 minutes until JU managed to pull ahead by a few baskets. The next 5+ minutes saw FGCU hit a few shots … Continue reading RECAP: FGCU Grinds Out a Tough Victory at Home Versus Jacksonville

PREVIEW: Eagles Head Home for a Clash with JU – 2/27

FGCU (9-20, 6-8) is heading home for the final 2 games of the season, starting with a rematch against Jacksonville (13-16, 6-8). Earlier this season, the Eagles played the Dolphins on the road and wound up with a 63-61 victory. At this point, both squads are in a 3-way tie for 5th place, along with UNA (FGCU’s next/final opponent), with only 2 games remaining in … Continue reading PREVIEW: Eagles Head Home for a Clash with JU – 2/27

PREVIEW: FGCU Looks to Bounce Back in Final Road Game of the Regular Season @ NJIT – 2/22

FGCU (8-20, 5-8) is set to play their final road game of the regular season against NJIT (8-18, 5-8). Last time these teams faced, the Eagles lost a tough battle at home 56-54. Most Recently, the Highlanders beat Stetson in a convincing way (78-69). FGCU will have had a week long break after a deflating 64-54 loss to Lipscomb. The Eagles are technically still fighting … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Looks to Bounce Back in Final Road Game of the Regular Season @ NJIT – 2/22