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Football Prepares for USM and Senior Day
11/26/2019 3:46:00 PM | Football
BOCA RATON, Fla. – The Florida Atlantic University football team (8-3, 6-1 Conference USA) moved through the normal Tuesday paces of practice, knowing that this is a big week for the Owls' program as they prepare to play host to Southern Miss (7-4, 5-2 C-USA) at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at FAU Stadium.
The two teams have only previously met once, in 2013 (FAU won 41-7), a year the oldest FAU players were just starting the high school recruiting process. That game was played under different head coaches and both teams were in fighting for wins, not championships. Fast forward to this Saturday, when the Owls will be fighting for the Conference USA East Division Crown and the opportunity to host the C-USA Championship game on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 30
Location: Boca Raton, Fla.
Opponent: Southern Miss
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m.
TV Coverage: NFL Network
Listen: Fox Sports 640 AM South Florida
Live Stats: Click HERE
Series: 1-0 FAU
Last Meeting: 41-7 (Nov. 16, 2019 in Hattiesburg, Miss.)
Tickets: Click HERE
Watch: Web Link Click HERE Mobile App Link Click HERE
"It is cool to achieve that so far, but winning these next two games would be a lot more fun - to go out with two conference championships. That is the best thing right now, to win these two games, win a conference championship and then a bowl."
Is it an emotional week because of senior day, on Saturday?
"I think it is an emotional week, due to that. I have really enjoyed it. It has gone by really fast though, in addition. This is a win or go home. If we win, we host the conference championship. At practice today, when we came out, you could feel the energy. It was totally different than the past few weeks – knowing that if we win this game, we are hosting a conference championship."
How did you think you looked at practice?
"It was a normal Tuesday. Everyone was flying around. We had some mistakes, execution-wise, but that is a normal Tuesday. People screw up on Tuesday, the fist install, but we will pin it down and get it right tomorrow."
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LaVicka will also host the next edition of the "Coach's Show," on a different night this week. This edition will feature head football coach Lane Kiffin, head women's basketball coach Jim Jabir and head men's basketball coach Dusty May. Join the show tonight, Tuesday, at 6 p.m. as it originates from Biergarten Boca Raton and will also air live on Fox Sports 640 South Florida.
This week, the show will air on Fox Sports Florida on Thursday at 4 p.m. and will have a second airing on Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
The two teams have only previously met once, in 2013 (FAU won 41-7), a year the oldest FAU players were just starting the high school recruiting process. That game was played under different head coaches and both teams were in fighting for wins, not championships. Fast forward to this Saturday, when the Owls will be fighting for the Conference USA East Division Crown and the opportunity to host the C-USA Championship game on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1:30 p.m.
Game Details
Date: Saturday, Nov. 30
Location: Boca Raton, Fla.
Opponent: Southern Miss
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m.
TV Coverage: NFL Network
Listen: Fox Sports 640 AM South Florida
Live Stats: Click HERE
Series: 1-0 FAU
Last Meeting: 41-7 (Nov. 16, 2019 in Hattiesburg, Miss.)
Tickets: Click HERE
Watch: Web Link Click HERE Mobile App Link Click HERE
Post Practice Interviews
Harrison Bryant on the John Mackey Finalist Announcement"It is cool to achieve that so far, but winning these next two games would be a lot more fun - to go out with two conference championships. That is the best thing right now, to win these two games, win a conference championship and then a bowl."
Is it an emotional week because of senior day, on Saturday?
"I think it is an emotional week, due to that. I have really enjoyed it. It has gone by really fast though, in addition. This is a win or go home. If we win, we host the conference championship. At practice today, when we came out, you could feel the energy. It was totally different than the past few weeks – knowing that if we win this game, we are hosting a conference championship."
How did you think you looked at practice?
"It was a normal Tuesday. Everyone was flying around. We had some mistakes, execution-wise, but that is a normal Tuesday. People screw up on Tuesday, the fist install, but we will pin it down and get it right tomorrow."
The Seniors' Week
100th Win and Defining Moments
Florida Atlantic University defeated UTSA, 40-26, in the Alamodome on Saturday, marking its 100th win in program history. The Owls (8-3, 6-1 Conference USA) cruised to 526 yards of offense, 182 of which coming from Harrison Bryant – a career high in receiving yards for the tight end. Running backs Malcolm Davidson, James Charles and BJ Emmons all found the end zone; Emmons, playing in his first game since the season opener, led the pack with two. The win moved FAU into sole possession of first place in C-USA's East Division. Cornerback Meiko Dotson corralled his sixth interception of the season – fourth most in FBS. Linebacker Rashad Smith contributed six tackles (two for a loss), a sack and a fumble recovery. The win was a defining moment for FAU, a program that has had many in its brief existence.Click HERE for the full story
2019 Roster
Click HEREGame Notes
Click HERE2019 Schedule
Click HERE2019 Tickets
For tickets call 1-866-FAU-OWLS or click HERE.The Radio Broadcasts
All games will be carried by Fox Sports 640 South Florida, where Ken LaVicka and FAU football alum Kris Bartels will have the call. Follow the team via social media @FAU_Football.LaVicka will also host the next edition of the "Coach's Show," on a different night this week. This edition will feature head football coach Lane Kiffin, head women's basketball coach Jim Jabir and head men's basketball coach Dusty May. Join the show tonight, Tuesday, at 6 p.m. as it originates from Biergarten Boca Raton and will also air live on Fox Sports 640 South Florida.
Television Show
This week's "Inside the Owls Burrow," featuring FAU head coach Lane Kiffin and host Frank Forte, will discuss the Owls' 40-26 victory over UTSA to take sole possession of the top spot in the East Division, heading into the final week of play, as well as recording the program's 100th win. The duo will preview the regular-season finale versus Southern Miss. Several seniors will review their FAU careers. Quarterback Nick Tronti is this weeks' guest in "Pads Off" and wide receiver Dante Cousart talks about the art and mindset of a punt returner.This week, the show will air on Fox Sports Florida on Thursday at 4 p.m. and will have a second airing on Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
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