LAKE WALES, Fla. | Florida Memorial University took care of busniess against Warner, defeating the Royals 55-46 for its first conference win of the season. The Lions controlled the first half, outscoring Warner 26-12, and set the pace in the second half to take home the victory.

Junior Kalea Rainey had her second-straight 20-point performance, going 5-of-16 from the field, and 10-of-12 at the free throw line. Senior Alicia Bates was a stealing machine, totaling 11 on the day, along with 12 points, earning a double-double. Junior Dibora Leaf added 10 points for the Lions, while sophomore Jazlynn Givens led the team in rebounds with seven.

The win moves FMU to 2-1 on the year and 1-1 in conference play.

The Lions return to action, Saturday, November 22, when they'll host New College of Florida for SUN Conference action. Tip-off is slated for 2 p.m. at the FMU Wellness Center. Purchase tickets by clicking on this link here. Students who bring their physical student ID card will be granted free entry to the game