FSCJ Women's Basketball Goes 2-0 at the Palm Beach State January Classic
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
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25 | 17 | 13 | 23 | 78 |
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4 | 21 | 16 | 9 | 50 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
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14 | 17 | 10 | 14 | 55 |
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12 | 12 | 25 | 8 | 57 |
Team Stats
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Montgomery College (MD)
| Game Statistics | Florida State College at Jacksonville | Montgomery College (MD) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (33-70) | (17-76) |
| Field Goal % | 47.1% | 22.4% |
| Rebounds | 50 | 44 |
| Assists | 19 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 24 |
Bay College
Florida State College at Jacksonville
| Game Statistics | Bay College | Florida State College at Jacksonville |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (19-81) | (19-50) |
| Field Goal % | 23.5% | 38.0% |
| Rebounds | 56 | 40 |
| Assists | 6 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 20 |
The FSCJ women's basketball team had a stellar showing at the Palm Beach State January Classic, finishing the weekend undefeated and tying the program's mark for most wins in a season in over a decade.
Day 1: FSCJ vs. Montgomery College
On Friday, the Manta Rays dominated Montgomery College with an impressive 79-49 victory, shooting 50% from the floor. The team was led by Tanaujeah Brown, who delivered a standout performance with 24 points and six assists. Janay Demmitt and Teresa Pierre each contributed 10 points, with Pierre also grabbing six rebounds. Travonda Jackson showcased her all-around game, tallying eight rebounds, eight assists, and three steals in a solid two-way performance.
Day 2: FSCJ vs. Bay College
The Manta Rays kept the momentum going on Saturday in a nail-biting 57-55 victory over Bay College. Janay Demmitt sealed the game with a clutch layup in the final moments, leading all scorers with 17 points. Tanaujeah Brown once again had a dominat presence on the court en route to recording a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds.
With these two victories, the Manta Rays demonstrated their resilience and determination, earning well-deserved praise from their head coach, Jessica Eaton.
"This team is special," Coach Eaton said. "They work hard, they don't back down from a challenge. Even in our toughest losses, they have not given up. That is truly all I can ask for as a coach."
The Manta Rays' performance at the Palm Beach State January Classic not only highlights the team's talent but also sets a strong foundation for the rest of the season. Fans can expect this team to continue pushing boundaries and making history. Next up for FSCJ Women's Basketball is a home game vs Trinity Baptist College on Tuesday, January 7th at 6 p.m.
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