Fort Lewis Basketball Falls Short to Colorado Mesa in NCAA DII Men’s Tournament Semifinals
Fort Lewis' historic basketball season concluded with a narrow 85-80 defeat to Colorado Mesa in the NCAA DII Men's Basketball Tournament round of 32.
The Big PictureDespite a valiant effort, Fort Lewis fell short against Colorado Mesa in a closely contested game, ending a remarkable season for the Skyhawks.
By the Numbers- Fort Lewis finished the season with a record of 29-4, matching the program's winningest record in history.
- Head coach Bob Pietrack boasts a .716 winning percentage, the highest for any men's basketball coach in Fort Lewis' history.
- Fort Lewis concluded the season with an impressive 58-8 overall record and reached the round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament for the second consecutive year.
- The team has made its 13th NCAA Tournament Appearance and captured its eighth RMAC Tournament Championship this season.
Fort Lewis now shifts focus to the upcoming 2024-25 season, aiming to build on the success and achievements of the past year.
Bottom LineDespite the tough loss, Fort Lewis had a stellar season, achieving notable milestones and setting high standards for the future with a resilient and talented team.
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