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Eagle Medias Top-8 Moments of the 2023-24 FGCU Athletics Season

Eagle Media’s Top-8 Moments of the 2023-24 FGCU Athletics Season

Jeffrey Hrunka and James Curtis June 21, 2024

The 2023-24 season for FGCU Athletics was notable for the university, as the Eagles had numerous moments across different sports that will be solidified in their history. We ranked the top eight FGCU athletics...

Familiar Faces, Fierce Rivalry: Celtics and Mavericks Tip-Off in NBA Finals

Familiar Faces, Fierce Rivalry: Celtics and Mavericks Tip-Off in NBA Finals

Ethan Fairhurst, Staff Writer June 6, 2024

The 2024 NBA Finals kick off on June 6 between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks. The Celtics will host the first two games, adding to their intense home-court atmosphere as they face off against...

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Playoff Progress: Ranking the NBA Conference Semifinalists

Ethan Fairhurst, Staff Writer May 7, 2024

In the NBA conference semifinals, I break down my rankings and thoughts on the eight teams. From top contenders to surprising underdogs, let's analyze their strengths and chances in this crucial round...

Women’s Basketball Soars into the NCAA Tournament with Seventh Consecutive ASUN Championship Win

Women’s Basketball Soars into the NCAA Tournament with Seventh Consecutive ASUN Championship Win

Jeffrey Hrunka, Assistant Sports Editor March 27, 2024

Over the past five months, the FGCU women’s basketball team has worked to defend its 2023 ASUN Championship title. On Saturday, March 16, the Eagles were granted that opportunity against the University...

Women’s Basketball Heads to ASUN Title Game After Semifinal Win Over Austin Peay

Women’s Basketball Heads to ASUN Title Game After Semifinal Win Over Austin Peay

James Curtis, Sports Editor March 16, 2024

On March 12, the FGCU women’s basketball team entered the ASUN Women's Basketball Championship tournament semifinals round where the Eagles would face off against the seventh-seeded Austin Peay Governors....

Women’s Basketball Fends Off Late Charge by Jacksonville to Advance to ASUN Semifinals

Women’s Basketball Fends Off Late Charge by Jacksonville to Advance to ASUN Semifinals

Jeffrey Hrunka, Assistant Sports Editor March 12, 2024

On March 9, the Eagles hosted their first game of the 2024 ASUN Women's Basketball Championship tournament. FGCU entered the tournament looking to defend their 2023 ASUN Championship title. The Eagles...

Women’s Basketball Soars to Undefeated Conference Record by Defeating Dolphins

Women’s Basketball Soars to Undefeated Conference Record by Defeating Dolphins

Jeffrey Hrunka, Assistant Sports Editor March 8, 2024

To close out the regular season, the FGCU women’s basketball team entered Alico Arena on March 2 to face the 10-18 Jacksonville University Dolphins. Both teams had nothing on the line to play for as...

Women’s Basketball Shuts Down North Florida for 25th Win of the Season

Women’s Basketball Shuts Down North Florida for 25th Win of the Season

James Curtis, Sports Editor March 2, 2024

With two games remaining in the regular season and both at home, the FGCU women’s basketball team took on the University of North Florida on Feb. 29. After only leading by eight points with under four...

Womens Basketball Overcomes Slow Start to Sweep Stetson

Women’s Basketball Overcomes Slow Start to Sweep Stetson

Kevin Rollins, Staff Writer February 29, 2024

On Feb. 24, the FGCU women’s basketball team defeated the 15-13 Stetson Hatters 68-52. This win marks the Eagles’ 17th straight to keep them undefeated in ASUN conference play. The Eagles returned...

Men’s Basketball on the Brink of ASUN Conference Tournament Spot After Senior Night Win Over Queens

Men’s Basketball on the Brink of ASUN Conference Tournament Spot After Senior Night Win Over Queens

Jeffrey Hrunka, Assistant Sports Editor February 28, 2024

On Feb. 24, the FGCU men’s basketball team played against the 12-17 Queens University of Charlotte Royals for their final home game of the regular season. The Eagles entered this game on the brink of...

600 Wins and Counting: Karl Smesko’s Milestone Victory With FGCU

600 Wins and Counting: Karl Smesko’s Milestone Victory With FGCU

James Curtis, Sports Editor February 26, 2024

As the only head coach that the FGCU women’s basketball program has ever had, Karl Smesko has achieved many milestones. On Jan. 31 in Louisville, Kentucky, the Eagles took down the Bellarmine Knights...

Comeback Attempt Falls Just Short as Men’s Basketball Drops Another Game to Kennesaw State

Comeback Attempt Falls Just Short as Men’s Basketball Drops Another Game to Kennesaw State

James Curtis, Sports Editor February 24, 2024

Entering the last two home games of the regular season, the FGCU men’s basketball team first welcomed Kennesaw State on Feb. 22. Down at halftime and then by 15 points early in the second half, the Eagles...

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