FMU defeats Belmont Abbey College 82-66 in the Casualty Insurance Company Conference Carolinas Men's Basketball Tournament with Marlow Gilmore Jr. and Adonis Cole leading the scoring, advancing to the quarterfinals.

The Big Picture

Francis Marion University secures a victory in the tournament, showcasing strong offensive performances from key players and a solid defensive effort in the second half.

By the Numbers
  • Senior forward Marlow Gilmore Jr. and sophomore forward Adonis Cole scored 18 points each.
  • FMU forced 16 Belmont Abbey turnovers and led 25-9 in points-off-turnovers.
  • FMU connected on 50.9% of field goal attempts, while holding the Crusaders to 37.7% shooting.
State of Play
  • FMU advances to the quarterfinals to face Barton College after improving to 15-12.
  • The Patriots demonstrated composure in their gameplay, maintaining a lead for a significant portion of the match despite occasional rallies from Belmont Abbey.
What's Next

FMU will face fifth-seeded Barton College in the quarterfinals at 11 a.m. on Friday at Wofford College's Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium in Spartanburg, S.C.

Bottom Line

Francis Marion University's strong offensive performance and defensive tenacity secure a solid victory, propelling them to the next stage of the tournament with confidence.