The number 15 Florida Gulf Coast Eagles have solidified their placement as the lovable underdogs of 2013, as they defeated the No. 7 San Diego St. Aztecs, 81-71, and became the first 15 seed in tournament history to reach the Sweet 16.
The first half was pretty much even the whole time, with neither team pulling away. San Diego St. went into halftime up 35-34.
Just like that Georgetown game (where FGCU beat #2 Georgetown), the second half was much, much better for FGCU fans, and much, much worse for Aztec fans.
The Eagles pulled off a 21-5 run to put the Aztecs away, and it was just as dazzling as the last game. San Diego St. gave up 17 turnovers on the game.
Bernard Thompson and Sherwood Brown led FGCU with 23 and 17 points, respectively. Brett Comer was a master on the point, dishing out 14 assists.
FGCU will play the #3 Florida Gators next week.
Bernard Thompson and Sherwood Brown led FGCU with 23 and 17 points, respectively. Brett Comer was a master on the point, dishing out 14 assists.
FGCU will play the #3 Florida Gators next week.
