CHARLESTON, S.C. — In a thrilling overtime matchup on Saturday night, Florida Atlantic emerged victorious against Liberty with a final score of 77-74. Matas Vokietaitis played a pivotal role for the Owls, contributing 17 points, while Niccolo Moretti added four crucial points during the overtime period.

Vokietaitis also grabbed six rebounds, bolstering his team’s performance. Leland Walker was another standout for Florida Atlantic, finishing the game with 16 points after shooting 7-of-11 from the field. Kaleb Glenn also made his mark on the game, securing 12 points with an efficient shooting performance that included 4-of-7 from the field and 3-of-4 from the free-throw line.

On the opposing side, Kaden Metheny led the Flames with a commendable 19 points. Owen Aquino made a significant contribution with 14 points, complemented by eight rebounds and three steals. Taelon Peter also played well, adding 13 points and two steals to Liberty’s efforts.

In the first half, Vokietaitis was instrumental, scoring 10 points, but Florida Atlantic found themselves trailing at halftime, with a score of 42-39. The second half was intense, characterized by six lead changes and four ties, but Florida Atlantic ultimately triumphed. Walker’s performance in the latter half was crucial, as he contributed eight points that helped secure the team’s win.

As the game concluded with Florida Atlantic’s hard-fought victory, the excitement of the match reflected the competitive spirit of both teams, showcasing their determination and resilience on the court.