The 11th-ranked Fairmont State University men’s basketball team has demonstrated remarkable performance this season, holding an overall record of 20-4 and a 14-3 standing in the Mountain East Conference (MEC). Their impressive record places them second in the MEC, just behind West Liberty, which leads with a 21-3 record.
In their most recent game, Fairmont State played against the Hilltoppers in a big rematch. The Falcons fought hard but lost 81-77 after a tough second half. Andre Harris scored 21 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, while David Jolinder got a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
The game began with both teams exchanging baskets in the early minutes. Around the 12-minute mark, Fairmont State found their rhythm, hitting consecutive shots to take an 18-13 lead. The Falcons then exploded on a 12-0 run, pushing their advantage to 37-22. They closed the first half strong, heading into the break with a 41-29 lead.
West Liberty came out strong in the second half, finding their rhythm and going on a 13-0 run to take a 45-44 lead with 14:28 left. The game stayed tight, with the lead changing hands multiple times. But the Hilltoppers broke away with a 10-0 run, pushing their lead to 64-57. Fairmont State kept battling, with Harris scoring back-to-back baskets to pull within one at 74-73, but the comeback fell just short.
Even with the loss, the Falcons have shown they’re one of the best teams in the conference. They’re ranked second in the Mountain East, behind West Liberty, who has a 21-3 record. Fairmont State has only lost four games this season—twice to West Liberty, once to Virginia Union, and once to Concord. They’ve stayed strong and are focused on ending the regular season on a high note.
David Jolinder leads Fairmont State with an average of 16.8 points per game, closely followed by Andre Harris at 14.9 points per game. Their strong performances have been crucial to the team’s success, giving them both leadership and scoring when it counts.
As the regular season wraps up, the Falcons are focused on finishing strong and getting ready for the postseason. While they’ve built an impressive record, they know their journey isn’t over. The Falcons have shown they can hang with the best, and with hard work and focus, they’re aiming to turn their great season into a championship win.
