In 2008, Gordon was recruited to play for head coach Art Inabinent for the FMU Patriots. In 2009, Gordon hit .394 in 41 games. He registered 18 RBIs, 15 BBs, and 8 Ks out of the leadoff spot. He played a majority of the season in center field and a handful of games in left field. He was a part of the first FMU team in history to be crowned the Peach Belt Tournament Champions.
