By Monte Perez

The University of Fort Lauderdale Eagles dominated from start to finish as they defeated Florida National University, 100-68.  With 5:11 left in the second half, The Eagles led 83-68. They outscored the conquistadors, 17-0 the rest of the game to hit the century mark. 

• Corey Pope played like a man possessed to start the game, hitting jumpers, finishing at the rim and owned the glass. He had 16 points in 24 minutes with 8 rebounds, 2 blocks, 3 steals and 2 assists. 

Coach David Graham said, " When Corey plays to his potential we are tough to beat. He gives us so much on both ends of the floor."

• "Detroit's own" Da"Shaun Stigler contributed with 17 points 6 rebounds and 2 blocks. 

 

• All- South Region player (NCAA Player of The Week) Benez Woodard  had 8 assists, 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 steals playing one of his most complete games on the year.

 

• Adrian Body had his best game of the season. 13 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 steals. 

Play by play announcer, Monte Perez," He is becoming a lock down defender. He is a nightmare to go up against if you are an opposing guard."
 

• Alec Hilliard and Matthew Brown had 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals combined off the bench.

 

• Center Naol Andarge became the first player in UFTL history to score a touchdown for the football team and a basket for the basketball team in the same season.

The Eagles are now 14-8 on the year and will face off against Florida National again on 2-24-2025 at 6PM