Senior forward Marlow Gilmore Jr. led Francis Marion University with 20 points and 11 rebounds, but the Patriots fell 73-72 to Barton College in men's basketball play, despite a last-minute effort that included two unsuccessful shots. The loss puts the Patriots' record at 12-12, 10-6. FMU will continue their season on Saturday (Feb. 24) against King University as part of Homecoming 2024.

By the Numbers
  • Marlow Gilmore Jr. scored 20 points on 9-of-11 shooting, with 11 rebounds
  • Junior guard Farid SaintCyr Jr. contributed 16 points off the bench
  • Sophomore guard Adonis Cole recorded a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds
  • FMU freshman guard Horaces Jacques Jr. added nine points and eight assists
  • Barton's Sean Quick-Streeter and Reese McDonald combined for 32 points
State of Play
  • Francis Marion University (12-12, 10-6) lost to Barton College
  • FMU upcoming game: Saturday (Feb. 24) against King University
Bottom Line

The Francis Marion University men's basketball team experienced a narrow defeat at the hands of Barton College, despite standout performances from key players. The team looks ahead to their next game against King University as they aim to bounce back from this loss.