The 2017 FCI Warriors had a very successful Summer during the July "Live" Period. The team played in the Hoopseen "Best of South" held at Lakepoint in Emerson as well as the AAU Super Showcase held at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex. Both events were major exposure events and provided great opportunities to compete against top notch competition in front of many college coaches.
In the Best of South, the Warriors went on an impressive streak in winning their first four (4) games to advance to the Semi-Finals of the 17U White Division Bracket, where they then lost a close game to eventual champion Pro-One Select (AL). It was a strong showing for the squad as a number of the guys garnered attention and accoldades for their play.
Down in Orlando, the guys continued the strong showing against National competition, winning their Pool with a perfect 3-0 record. Playing with fantastic chemistry and defensive effort, the team recorded very impressive wins over Team United Elite (NC), MBA National (MI), and the Tampa Titans (FL). Winning the pool qualified the team for the 17U "Gold" Bracket, where we eventually fell by 4 points to a very talented Team Loaded out of Virginia.
All in all, it was fantastic summer and 2017 season and couldn't have been prouder of their effort and growth as a team and as individuals. Big things ahead for every one of these young men this coming high school season and beyond!
