Leavell Scores 1,000th Career Point vs. FMU

In a high-scoring and fast-paced game, Coker came up just short vs. Francis Marion with a final score of 123-114. The game took place at the DeLoach Center on November 16, 2023. The game had several standout performances, but the highlight of the night came from Coker's Andre Leavell, who scored his 1,000th career point during the game.

From the start, both teams displayed offensive firepower, with Coker scoring 63 points in the first half and Francis Marion close behind with 53 points. The first half saw the teams trading baskets and keeping the game competitive.

Francis Marion's Marlow Gilmore Jr. was a force to be reckoned with, contributing 25 points and 9 rebounds in just 22 minutes of play. He had an impressive shooting performance, going 8-13 from the field and 9-16 from the free-throw line. Farid SaintCyr Jr. also had a strong showing for Francis Marion, scoring 23 points and grabbing 12 rebounds.

Coker had their fair share of standout players as well. Andre Leavell led the team with 19 points, reaching a career milestone of 1,000 career points. Leavell showed his versatility by also dishing out 12 assists, demonstrating his ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates.

Mahmoud Bangura was a dominant force for Coker, scoring 24 points and pulling down an impressive 13 rebounds. Bangura displayed his skill in attacking the basket and drawing fouls, going a perfect 8-8 from the free-throw line.

Despite the offensive firepower displayed by both teams, defense was lacking at times, with a total of 32 turnovers in the game. Both teams will need to focus on tightening up their defensive efforts moving forward.

Overall, the game showcased the scoring capabilities of both teams, with a final score of 123-114.