FGCU women's basketball sets records in ASUN Tournament win

Eagles defeat Bellarmine 94-28 in largest margin of victory in ASUN Tournament history

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Florida Gulf Coast University women's basketball team delivered a record-setting performance in the ASUN Tournament, defeating Bellarmine 94-28. The 66-point victory marked the largest margin of victory in an ASUN Tournament game in program history, while the 94 points scored stand as the third most in an ASUN Tournament contest in program history.

Why it matters

FGCU's dominant win showcases the team's depth and scoring prowess as they advance in the ASUN Tournament. The lopsided victory highlights the program's continued success and ability to overwhelm opponents in postseason play.

The details

FGCU placed six players in double figures, led by Eve Alexander's 20 points. Anna Mortag added 14 points and 12 rebounds, Nay Staton had 13 points and 10 rebounds, and Jalei Pillow and Maca Retamales each scored 10 points. The Eagles' bench outscored Bellarmine 61-28 in the one-sided affair.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 in the opening round of the ASUN Tournament at UNF Arena in Jacksonville.

The players

Eve Alexander

A key player for the FGCU women's basketball team, scoring a team-high 20 points in the record-setting win.

Anna Mortag

Recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds for FGCU.

Nay Staton

Contributed a double-double of 13 points and 10 rebounds in the lopsided victory.

Jalei Pillow

Scored 10 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for a double-double in the ASUN Tournament game.

Maca Retamales

Added 10 points off the bench as FGCU's depth overwhelmed Bellarmine.

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What’s next

FGCU will advance to the next round of the ASUN Tournament, where they will face a tougher opponent as they continue their quest for a conference championship.

The takeaway

FGCU's record-setting performance in the ASUN Tournament opener showcases the team's offensive firepower and ability to dominate opponents. The lopsided victory highlights the program's continued success and depth as they look to make a deep postseason run.