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FIU Drops Season Opener to Miami

MIAMI (Nov. 6, 2018) – FIU couldn't overcome a hot start from No. 24/25 Miami on Tuesday night, as the Hurricanes took the 2018-19 season opener 94-43 at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center.

With the loss, FIU falls to 0-1 to start the season, while No. 24/25 UM improves to 1-0.

Redshirt junior Chelsea Guimaraes led FIU with 11 points while snagging one rebound and swatting a shot.

The Hurricanes had four players in double-figures with junior Sarah Mortensen leading the pack with 24 points. Redshirt junior Beatrice Mompremier posted a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds.