Match Recap: FIU vs. UCF

On Tuesday morning, the FIU women’s basketball team, currently holding a 1-2 record, faced a tough opponent in UCF, who improved to 2-1 after a 79-61 victory over the Panthers in Orlando, Florida.

Game Highlights

• The first half saw a closely contested match, with FIU trailing 16-13 after the first quarter and ending the half at 32-27.
• UCF pulled ahead significantly in the second half, outscoring the Panthers 47-34.

Player Performances

Senior guard Parris Atkins led FIU with a season-high of 20 points, shooting 7-17 from the field and a perfect 6-6 on free throws. She also contributed defensively with three steals.

Junior Rhema Collins was another key player, finishing with 14 points and seven rebounds. Additionally, sophomore Claudia Marina added 12 points and five rebounds, marking her second double-digit performance of the season.

Bench Contributions

FIU’s bench proved to be effective, scoring a total of 34 points compared to UCF’s 26. The Panthers also matched UCF in steals, with four each.

Looking Ahead: Matchup Against Jacksonville

FIU is set to continue their road trip with a game against the Jacksonville Dolphins. Here are the details:

Next Game Details

• Opponent: Jacksonville
• Date: November 22, 2025
• Time: 2 p.m.

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• Instagram: @fiuwbb
• Twitter: @FIUWBB
• Facebook: @FIUWBasketball

Ticket Information

For details regarding tickets to home games, including student discounts, contact 305-FIU-GAME or visit the FIU Athletics website.