Florida College Falcons Fall to #22 Florida Memorial
MIAMI, Fla. - In a challenging encounter on the basketball court, the Florida College Falcons faced a tough defeat against the #22 Florida Memorial Lions with a final score of 93-45.
Florida College (FL)
1-3
45
Florida Memorial (FL)
4-0
93
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
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26 | 19 | 45 |
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48 | 45 | 93 |
Team Stats
Game Leaders
Florida Memorial (FL)
Pts:
Calvin Payton
- 22
Reb:
Terrin Hamilton
- 11
Ast:
Sehmaj Mentor
- 7
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Florida College (FL) | Florida Memorial (FL) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (12-61) | (34-69) |
| Field Goal % | 19.7% | 49.3% |
| Rebounds | 33 | 56 |
| Assists | 9 | 23 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 5 | 22 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 4 | 15 |
| Pts in the Paint | 8 | 42 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 2 | 21 |
| Bench Pts | 13 | 53 |
November 12, 2024
MIAMI, Fla. - In a challenging encounter on the basketball court, the Florida College Falcons faced a tough defeat against the #22 Florida Memorial Lions with a final score of 93-45.
The game marked another chapter in the college basketball season where the Falcons could not overpower their robust opponents. From the start, Florida Memorial set the pace, leading 48-26 by halftime.
The key players for the Falcons, Johnny Torrence Jr. and Chase Hettinger, managed to deliver commendable performances amidst the struggle. Torrence was particularly notable, contributing 14 points, including multiple 3-pointers, and leading the team with 5 rebounds. Hettinger followed with 9 points. LJ Ginnis also played a pivotal role by leading the team in assists with 6.
The initial periods saw some hopeful plays from the Falcons with Torrence and Nate Duda taking the lead in scoring runs that momentarily brought the team up. However, the relentless pressure from Florida Memorial's Calvin Payton and Terrin Hamilton, who dominated both offensively and defensively, left the Falcons trailing. The continual scoring ability and defensive stops by the Lions during the subsequent periods played a decisive role in their substantial victory.
Despite efforts to recuperate and regain control of the game, the Falcons struggled against Florida Memorial's aggressive defense and fast breaks, leading to a significant lead for the Lions. The game concluded with a sizable victory margin, underscoring a tough season for the Falcons who now hold a 1-3 record. The Florida College community remains hopeful for a turnaround in the upcoming games, where the Falcons will seek to refine their strategies and court dynamics.