PREVIEW: FGCU Takes on South Dakota State – 12/18/19

After 10 days without a game, FGCU travels to South Dakota to take on the Jackrabbits. The Eagles are coming off another tough loss and have had quite a bit of time to try and sort out some of their struggles. Last season, against South Dakota, Coach Michael Fly earned his first career win against a D-I opponent with an 84-78 victory. FGCU holds a … Continue reading PREVIEW: FGCU Takes on South Dakota State – 12/18/19

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

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