Commodores fight for the FCSAA Region 8 Championship

The Gulf Coast Commodores are heading to the State Championship after a thrilling upset victory over #1 seed Daytona State in the semifinals of the 2025 FCSAA Region 8 Championship! The #4 seeded Commodores played an incredible game, led by standout performances from Christian Harmon, Truman Claytor, and Prince Johnson.

Harmon dominated the court, scoring 30 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. Claytor had a strong game as well, adding 19 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals. Johnson made a big impact with 10 points, a team-high 9 rebounds, 1 steal, and a block. The Commodores were outstanding at the free-throw line, shooting an impressive 88.5%. They also made 38.9% of their three-pointers and finished with a 45.3% field goal percentage.

This is a historic moment for the Commodores! For only the second time since 1972, they are competing for the FCSAA Region 8 Championship. Their last appearance in the National Tournament was also in 1972, where they finished in third place. The team claimed the 2020 FCSAA Region 8 Championship, but their hopes for a national title were dashed when the tournament was canceled due to COVID-19. Now, they are back and determined to bring home the championship!

Their opponent in tonight's big game is Pensacola State. The Commodores have already defeated the Pirates three times this season, but this final matchup will be a tough battle.

Top Players for the Pirates:

• Dimitri Clerc: Averages 11.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.
• Will Vasser: Averages 14.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game.
• Amarion Savage: Averages 5.4 assists and 10 points per game.
• Dylan Colon: Averages 10.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.
• Isaiah Sutherland: Averages 8.8 points and 4.1 rebounds per game.

Both teams are evenly matched, and this championship game is set to be an exciting showdown!