The Rattler Basketball team picked up a crucial road win last night beating South Carolina State72-65 in Orangeburg before 1,146 fans. The Rattlers improved to 8-9 on the season (4-2 MEAC), while the Bulldogs dropped to 4-22, 2-3. The victory moved the Rattlers into a three way tie for 3rd place in the MEAC.
FAMU shot 56 percent from the field and 8 of 13 from three-point range. Guard Tony Tate led the Rattler in scoring with 25 points. Rome Sanders, Michael Sams and Glen Elliott each added 12 points for the Rattlers.
Lady Rattlers drop another one
The Lady Rattlers didn't have it so good at SC State as they dropped their 3rd straight loss 62-54. FAMU women dropped to 6-9 (2-4 MEAC). The Lady Bulldogs led by as much as 16 points and forced 12 turnovers to turnback the Lady Rattlers.