Air Force Falcons Set to Challenge Fresno State Bulldogs at Save Mart Center
As the Air Force Falcons prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs at the Save Mart Center, fans are looking forward to what promises to be an intriguing matchup on December 30th. The Falcons, coming off a series of games that have tested their mettle, will need to bring their A-game if they hope to secure a victory on the road.
In their most recent outing on December 21st against SMU Mustangs, the Falcons struggled defensively and offensively, scoring only 44 points while allowing 75. Their field goal percentage was a mere 25 percent and from beyond the arc, they shot just 17 percent. The team's performance in Dallas highlighted areas that require immediate attention; particularly their shooting accuracy and defensive resilience.
However, it wasn't all doom and gloom for AFA. One aspect where they excelled was in creating turnovers – with an impressive count of 15 steals – which led them to score 18 points off turnovers. This aggressive defense could be key in disrupting Fresno State's game plan.
Comparatively, during their game on December 19th against Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum, AFA managed a slightly better offensive output with a total of 54 points but still fell short as Clemson put up 70 points. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; notably their three-point shooting improved significantly to a respectable rate of nearly forty percent.
The highlight for Air Force came on December 16th when they hosted Weber State Wildcats at Clune Arena and emerged victorious with a scoreline of seventy-to-fifty-eight. This win showcased what AFA is capable of when firing on all cylinders: solid defense paired with efficient scoring – hitting forty percent from both field goals and three-point range – along with an assist-to-turnover ratio that any coach would be proud of (1.67).
Looking ahead towards the clash with Fresno State Bulldogs, it is clear that consistency will be crucial for Air Force Falcons if they wish to come away with success from California's Central Valley. They'll need not only replicate but also build upon their performance against Weber State by maintaining strong perimeter defense while improving shot selection and execution inside the paint.
The scheduled tip-off is set for December thirty-first at three PM Mountain Time (MT) in Fresno's Save Mart Center. Fans unable or unwilling to make the trip can catch all the action live as it unfolds right from home comfort or wherever else they may find themselves come game day.