Good Morning, FAU Family. With another record-breaking year in the books, Florida Atlantic Athletics released its annual report on Thursday that highlights the championship successes and achievements for the Owls in 2024-25.

Headlined by a pair of conference championships for softball and beach volleyball, FAU maintained its Winning in Paradise spirit that also included four teams reaching postseason play – softball, beach volleyball, women's tennis and men's basketball. Both volleyball and men's swimming & diving finished as the runner-up at the conference championships, women's golf recorded a program-best third-place finish at the conference championship, while men's golf had an individual qualify for the NCAA Regional for a second straight year.

ℹ️ : MORE INFO, INCLUDING PARADISE CLUB NUMBERS AND A.D. WHITE’S COMMENTS

What else do we have mixed into today’s Brew? Check it out below!

🏈 Countdown to Kickoff hits 43 days!
🏀 Some men’s and women’s hoop scoop
🦉 And much, much more

Number of the Day: 4️⃣3️⃣

We’re counting down the days to the return of Florida Atlantic football on August 30 at Maryland! In honor of the 43 days until kickoff, we look at FAU football player Morgan Suarez, who connected on a 43-yard field goal, the Owls’ first score of 2024 at Michigan State!

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🔼 A Spike in Good News. Florida Atlantic Volleyball announced its 2025 season schedule, highlighted by 15 regular-season home matches and two tournaments at the Elly. The Owls' 2025 schedule also features a 16-match AAC regular season schedule.

FAU will kick off its season in Paradise, hosting Kent State, Texas Tech, and Western Carolina in the Florida Atlantic Invitational on Aug. 29-30. The Owls will wrap up their season-opening four-game homestand with a midweek battle against North Florida on Sept. 2.

🗣 "The American is an elite volleyball conference, and every match prepares us for the level of play we'll face in the AAC.” - Fernanda Nelson, head coach

🔼 Owls in the Wild. As part of our 25 years of football celebration, we’ll be taking strolls down Memory Lane and honoring some of the players who have had significant impacts on the program.

🔼 Signs Are Everywhere. Need yours? Go HERE!

🔼 Scout’s Honor. There’s no rest for the weary when it comes to looking for talent!

And ICYMI, the WBB team’s jersey numbers are official! 👇🏼

🔼 X Marks the Spot. The Owls MBB team is still adding to its talented roster for the upcoming season.

A smile can brighten someone’s day! Let’s celebrate the benefits of a healthy smile and raise awareness about dental health.

1. Confidence Booster: A healthy smile boosts self-esteem. Clean, healthy teeth make you feel better about your appearance, enhancing personal and professional relationships.

2. Improves General Health: Good oral hygiene prevents dental issues like cavities and gum disease and is linked to better overall health, reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections.

3. Enhances Digestion: Healthy teeth are essential for proper digestion. Effective chewing promotes better nutrient absorption and overall digestive health.

4. Radiates Happiness: Smiles are contagious! A genuine smile lifts others’ spirits and spreads joy.

Remember, a healthy smile reflects your overall well-being. Prioritize your oral healtH and inspire others. Schedule a dental appointment today to keep your smile bright!

🤓 Florida Atlantic Volleyball is coming off one of its most successful seasons that culminated in the squad’s first championship berth since what year?

Got a guess? Scroll to the bottom to find out!

🦉 ONE BIG THING

Pitch Count 👀. Actually, the count is down to 2️⃣7️⃣ days, but who’s counting? Oh, that’s right. WE ARE!

That means we’re looking at you now, Hailey Santiago! 👇🏼

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Thursday, Aug. 14
⚽️ Women’s Soccer vs. Loyola - Season Opener @ 7 p.m. | Live Stats | Tickets

Saturday, Aug. 23
🏐 Volleyball vs. Miami Dade - Season Opener @ 6 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 30
🏈 Football @ Maryland - Season Opener @ Noon TV: Big Ten Network | Radio: Fox Sports 640 South Florida

🦉 Go here for the complete Florida Atlantic University Athletics Calendar

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The Answer: 2005!

Florida Atlantic Volleyball is coming off one of its most successful seasons. With 15+ wins for the second consecutive year and 18+ wins for the 11th time in program history, the Owls' incredible fall campaign culminated in their first AAC Tournament appearance, and ultimately, their first championship berth since 2005.

🦉 Have an amazing weekend, Owl Fam!