Northern Colorado Narrowly Beats FAU
March 20, 2022
DAYTONA BEACH – In a game that was nip and tuck throughout, No. 12 Northern Colorado emerged with a 74-71 win over No. 5 FAU in the Roman CBI.
The Bears shot 52.6% (30-of-57) from the field but only made one more field goal than the Owls, who were 29-of-71. Northern Colorado made seven free throws to FAU’s five and had one less 3-pointer in hitting seven. Daylan Kountz led the Bears with 23 points on 11-of-16 shooting from the floor. Kur Jongkuch had 16 points and 12 rebounds, Bodie Hume posted 11 points and 11 rebounds, and Dru Kuxhausen added 10 points. FAU was paced by Johnell Davis’ 18-point effort. Giancario had 15 points and Michael Forrest scored 12 points. Northern Colorado will take on No. 13 UNC Asheville on Monday in Quarterfinal Round play.Share this Post