Florida Gulf Coast University

The Florida Gulf Coast University Eagles embody explosive energy, underdog grit, and Sunshine State swagger in Fort Myers, Florida. FGCU rocketed to national fame in 2013 when its men’s basketball team, nicknamed “Dunk City,” became the first No. 15 seed in history to reach the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet Sixteen, captivating the nation with its high-flying acrobatics. While "Dunk City" created the legend, the women's basketball program has built a dynasty of sustained excellence, dominating the ASUN Conference and making regular appearances in the NCAA Tournament. The university's success extends to the baseball diamond, where the Eagles are perennial conference contenders and have produced MLB stars like Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale. Alico Arena remains the heart of the action, a venue forever linked to one of the greatest Cinderella stories in sports history. The FGCU Eagles represent the power of belief and fearless ambition, proving that any team, from any coast, can soar to unimaginable heights.