LAKELAND, Fla. | Florida Memorial University defeated Missouri Baptist 57-56 in a thrilling game that took the Lions to overtime for the first time this season. The Lions and MBU traded the lead all day long, with FMU holding a five-point advantage with a few minutes left, before Missouri Baptist closed the deficit to send the game to overtime. Two crucial free throws by Sa'mya Stevens with 16 seconds left, and excellent defense from the Lions, secured the victory for FMU for their final game of the 2025 calander year.

The trio of Stevens, Kalea Rainey, and Khaliah Reid co-lead the team with 13 points apiece, while teammate Jazlynn Givens put together a defensive masterclass leading the team with rebounds with 10, and steals with five.

The win moves FMU to 6-3 on the season.

The Lions return to action Saturday, January 3, when they'll host Ave Maria for the New Year's Game. Tip-off is slated for 2 p.m. at the FMU Wellness Center. Purchase tickets with this link here and students who show their student ID get in for free.
 

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