Francis Marion University falls to Belmont Abbey College in the semifinals of the Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company Conference Carolinas Women's Basketball Tournament, with Belmont Abbey claiming a 54-40 victory.

The Big Picture

FMU ends its season with a 20-8 record, led by senior post player Lauren Taylor's impressive performance with 12 points and 15 rebounds, marking the program's second consecutive 20-win campaign.

By the Numbers
  • Belmont Abbey College had a 25.8% shooting accuracy, while Francis Marion University managed just 3-of-4 free throws.
  • Senior Lauren Taylor scored 1,644 points and secured 1,023 rebounds in her Patriot career.
State of Play
  • Belmont Abbey (23-7) moves on to the tournament's title game after defeating Francis Marion (20-8).
  • FMU struggled with shooting accuracy, hitting only 5-of-29 from beyond the arc.
  • Despite a late surge, Francis Marion fell short in the final moments as Belmont Abbey secured the win with a 12-point run.
What's Next

Francis Marion University reflects on the disappointing end to their season and looks ahead to future opportunities for growth and success in upcoming competitions.

Bottom Line

Francis Marion University's loss to Belmont Abbey College in the tournament underscores the critical role of shooting accuracy and the need to maintain composure in high-stakes games, shaping the team's outlook for future contests.