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Clash at Daskalakis: Florida State Seminoles Set to Battle Drexel Dragons in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the Florida State Seminoles prepare to face off against the Drexel Dragons at the Daskalakis Athletic Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their dominant performance. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 17th, is anticipated with great excitement after FSU's recent display of sheer basketball prowess.


Jan 26, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Florida State Seminoles forward Makayla Timpson (21) blocks a shot in the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

The Seminoles have been on a remarkable run, as evidenced by their last game on December 7th against the Jacksonville Dolphins. Dominating every quarter and finishing with a staggering 99 points compared to the Dolphins' 73, FSU showcased an offensive clinic. Their shooting was particularly impressive; they hit an astounding 74 percent from two-point range and maintained a strong overall field goal percentage of 56 percent. With such high efficiency in scoring and a solid defense that racked up eight blocks and seven steals, it's clear that FSU has set a high bar for themselves.


In contrast, while analyzing past performances of both teams, one can't help but notice some potential areas of exploitation that FSU could capitalize on when facing the Dragons. For instance, during their game against Kent State Golden Flashes on December 3rd, FSU demonstrated resilience by overcoming early struggles to secure a win with 76 points over Kent State's modest total of 49 points.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for FSU; they faced challenges earlier in their schedule. On December 1st against Arkansas Razorbacks, despite putting up a valiant effort in rebounding and defense with seven blocks and six steals respectively – which are indicators of their tenacity – they fell short in scoring efficiency which resulted in only scoring 58 points.


The key takeaway from these games is that while Florida State has had moments where they've struggled offensively – particularly from beyond the arc – they've consistently shown an ability to adjust tactically throughout games. This adaptability will be crucial when going head-to-head with Drexel.


Looking ahead at this matchup between Florida State Seminoles (FS) and Drexel Dragons (DREX), it’s evident that if FS maintains its defensive solidity while capitalizing on its offensive firepower as seen against Jacksonville Dolphins recently; there’s little doubt about who will emerge victorious.


Fans should mark their calendars for what promises to be an electrifying encounter at Philadelphia's renowned venue on Saturday evening at precisely seven o'clock PM Eastern Time. Those unable to attend can still catch all the action live via FloHoops online broadcast network.

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