10/14/2024 | Men’s Basketball
IRVING Texas – Florida Atlantic’s men’s and women’s basketball teams participated in the annual American Athletic Conference Media Day, occurring Sunday and Monday, October 13-14, at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas.
First-year Head Coach John Jakus, along with redshirt senior guard Ken Evans and graduate guard KyKy Tandy, discussed expectations for the upcoming 2024-25 season that tips off with an exhibition on Oct. 26 before the regular season opener on Nov. 1 against Indiana State.
The Owls are entering their second year in the AAC and were one of two teams in the conference to earn a bid in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The AAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll AAC preseason poll placed the team at number five out of 13, while Tandy was named All-Conference Second Team.
Head Coach Jennifer Sullivan, along with senior guard Jada Moore and junior guard Mya Perry, attended video and photo sessions, in addition to meeting with media to discuss their upcoming 2024-25 season.
The Owls host Fort Lauderdale for an exhibition matchup on Oct. 29 before officially kicking off the 2024-25 season on Nov. 4 at Florida.
Florida Atlantic enters its second year in the AAC and fourth under coach Sullivan. The Owls return five and add eight newcomers to the 2024-25 squad, including three experienced transfers and five true freshmen.
AAC MEDIA DAY
GALLERY
Gallery: (10-14-2024) 2024 AAC Media Day
MEN’S 2024-25 SCHEDULE
For the 2024-25 men’s basketball schedule, click HERE.
WOMEN’S 2024-25 SCHEDULE
For the 2024-25 women’s basketball schedule, click HERE.
MEN’S 2024-25 ROSTER
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WOMEN’S 2024-25 ROSTER
For the 2024-25 women’s basketball roster, click HERE.
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