Good morning. After facing the South Florida Bulls in the last game of the regular season, it was already time for Florida Atlantic women's soccer to face them again on Thursday evening. This time, the stakes were higher, as it was in the quarterfinals of the AAC tournament. 

The match remained scoreless through the first half. In the 63rd minute, the Owls took the lead with a goal by Molly Setsma with an assist from Michelle Horan to put Florida Atlantic on top. Goalkeeper Lexi Gonzalez recorded six saves on the night to shut out the Bulls. 

Florida Atlantic advanced to the semifinals of the 2023 AAC Championship tournament and is set to face the No. 3 seed SMU on Thursday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m.

What else can you find mixed into today’s Brew?

⚽️ A win tonight for men’s soccer could secure a spot in the postseason
🧹 That’s a sweep for the men’s swimming and diving team
🦉 And much, much more

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Putting it Owl on the Line. Florida Atlantic men's soccer (5-6-3, 3-4 AAC) closes the regular season on Wednesday at USF (5-8-1, 2-4-1 AAC). A win would secure the Owls' place in the AAC Postseason Tournament for the first time. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.

The Owls enter Wednesday's play with nine points, fifth in the AAC standings. The top six at the conclusion of play on Wednesday qualify for the conference tournament. FAU could finish fourth, fifth, or sixth. Go here for more on the various scenarios that would help the Owls to advance.

🔼 Playing Above Board. Florida Atlantic women’s soccer team earned the Team Fair Play Award after its inaugural season in the American Athletic Conference, which is an accolade that’s decided based on the points the umpires give to teams.

In addition to this honor, Florida Atlantic defender Jodi Smith has been named to the AAC All-Conference Second Team, and freshman Olivia Bori was named to the AAC All-Rookie Team.

On being recognized as All-Conference Second Team, Smith said, "I am super thankful for this achievement, especially as we moved into a new conference, I couldn't have done it without any of the girls who I get to play alongside; it's a team effort, and without them, it would be very hard.”

Bori, who made an appearance in 18 games and started in 17 this season, said, "I am so honored for this achievement and am grateful for my teammates, coaches, and family for their continuous support! I am looking forward to my first conference tournament and postseason run with my team! Go Owls!".

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🔼 Surfing the Win Wave. Following a dominating 206-88 victory against Keiser over the weekend, Florida Atlantic University's men's swimming and diving team has swept the weekly Atlantic Sun Conference awards, as announced by the league on Tuesday. 
 
Peyton Ming has been named the ASUN Swimmer of the Week, while Brandon Shepherd has earned Diver of the Week. 
 
It’s the second time this season these two names have been honored together. Both swept the ASUN awards following their opening meet against Indian River on Sep. 22.
 
The Owls will have a busy weekend ahead with a meet in Miami on Friday, Nov. 3, and a meet against the University of Toronto on Saturday, Nov. 4.
 
To stay up to date on all things FAU swimming & diving, follow the Owls on social media @FAUSwimDive.

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Three cheers. FAU men’s basketball team racked up the points shooting from beyond the arc last year.

Our question today—how many three-pointers did the Owls score during the 2022-2023 season?

Think you know the answer? Scroll down to the bottom to find out!

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🦉 ONE BIG THING

Sinking Their Ship. The game time for the Nov. 11 game between the FAU Owls and the East Carolina Pirates has been announced—4pm ET on ESPN+. ECU only has one win under their belts this season, but after a string of recent conference wins, this is no time for FAU to get complacent. Let’s keep it going!

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Wednesday 11/1

⚽️ Men’s Soccer @ USF @7pm ET
🏀 Women’s Basketball vs. Barry (EXH.) @ 7pm ET

Thursday 11/2

No scheduled events

Friday 11/3

🏖 Women’s Beach Volleyball @ AVCA Fall Collegiate Beach Championships
🌊 Swimming @ the University of Miami @ 3pm ET
🏐 Women’s Volleyball vs. Memphis @ 6:00pm ET | Live Stats
🥎 Softball vs. Nova Southeastern @ 6:30pm ET

Saturday 11/4

🏖 Women’s Beach Volleyball @ AVCA Fall Collegiate Beach Championships
🏖 Women’s Beach Volleyball @ PBA
🥎 Softball vs. Florida National @ 12:00pm ET
🏐 Women’s Volleyball vs. Memphis @ 1:00pm ET | Live Stats
🏈 Football @ UAB @ 3pm ET Fox Sports South Florida
🌊 Swimming vs. University of Toronto @ 4pm ET

Sunday 11/5

🏖 Women’s Beach Volleyball @ AVCA Fall Collegiate Beach Championships
⚽️ Men’s Soccer vs. American Athletic Conference Tournament

🦉 Click here to view the entire FAU Athletics Calendar

🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

That’s right—FAU scored 332 three-pointers last year.

🦉 Have a great Wednesday, y’all.