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Thursday, February 13
Boca Raton, Fla.
6 p.m.
Florida Atlantic
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Owls Set for Joan Joyce Classic
2/12/2025 11:39:00 AM | Softball
BOCA RATON, Fla. – The No. 18/19/25 Florida Atlantic softball team enters the second weekend of the season hosting the Joan Joyce Classic, held from Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 18. Also included in the six-team tournament is Minnesota, Louisville, Dartmouth, and Villanova.
On the heels of a 6-0 start to their 2025 campaign, their best opening to a season since 2016, the Owls have found themselves in the national conversation, earning rankings from D1Softball (No. 18), Softball America (No. 19), and ESPN/USA Softball (No. 25).
Held yearly since 2023, the tournament honors the legendary Joan Joyce, who helped build Florida Atlantic softball and served as their head coach from their first season in 1995 until her passing in 2022, with 1,002 career victories to her name. Joyce is one of the most impactful female figures in athletic history, being a member of 20 hall of fames for her accomplishments in many different sports.
All games featuring Florida Atlantic will stream on FAUSports.com, while neutral matchups will air on FloSports.
Florida Atlantic softball kicked off their 2025 season in strong fashion, rolling through the Paradise Classic with six consecutive wins, including victories over ranked opponents and a no-hitter from senior pitcher Gabby Sacco.
Game 1 – FAU 5, Ole Miss 4 (8 innings)
The Owls opened their season with an extra-inning win over Ole Miss, coming back from a 4-2 deficit in the eighth inning. Freshman Bella Foran delivered the game-winning single, bringing in fellow freshman Sophia Camacho to complete the comeback.
Game 2 – FAU 3, Kansas 2
Junior pitcher Autumn Courtney shined in her FAU debut, striking out 12 in a complete-game performance. Sophomore shortstop Kiley Channell led the offense, driving in all three runs, including an RBI triple.
Game 3 – FAU 6, Clemson 2
FAU stunned No. 25 Clemson, supported by a career-high 10 strikeouts from junior Jaden Martinez. Channell launched a solo home run in the second inning, while the Owls capitalized on three Clemson errors in the fourth to pull away.
Game 4 – FAU 5, Georgia State 1
Courtney picked up her second win of the weekend, striking out five of the first six batters she faced and 13 overall. Freshman Destiny Johns sparked the offense, scoring the opening run on a double steal before junior Yani Guzman drove in a late insurance run.
Game 5 – FAU 11, Missouri State 0 (5 innings)
Sacco delivered her second career no-hitter in a five-inning shutout. The Owls offense exploded for 11 runs.
Game 6 – FAU 8, Georgia State 1
FAU continued its offensive tear, taking advantage of errors to build an early lead. Freshman Destiny Johns recorded her first collegiate double, while junior Jesiana Mora's two-RBI double helped seal the Owls' sixth straight victory.
FULL JOAN JOYCE CLASSIC SCHEDULE
Thursday, Feb. 13
Game # Time Matchup
Game 1 6 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Minnesota
Friday, Feb. 14
Game 2 9 a.m. Louisville vs. Villanova
Game 3 11:15 a.m. Minnesota vs. Louisville
Game 4 1:30 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Villanova
Game 5 3:45 p.m. Dartmouth vs. Purdue
Game 6 6 p.m. Purdue vs. NC State
Game 7 8:15 p.m. NC State vs. Dartmouth
Saturday, Feb. 15
Game 8 9 a.m. Minnesota vs. Louisville
Game 9 11:15 a.m. Villanova vs. Minnesota
Game 10 1:30 p.m. Purdue vs. NC State
Game 11 3:45 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. NC State
Game 12 6 p.m. Purdue vs. Dartmouth
Game 13 8:15 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Dartmouth
Sunday, Feb. 16
Game 14 9 a.m. NC State vs. Minnesota
Game 15 11:30 a.m. Villanova vs. Dartmouth
Game 16 11:30 a.m. Purdue vs. Louisville
Game 17 1:45 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Louisville
Single game tickets for Florida Atlantic softball's 29-game home schedule are now available on Ticketmaster. Season tickets are also on sale for $99. To secure them, visit HERE. Previous season ticket holders can renew by clicking HERE.
On the heels of a 6-0 start to their 2025 campaign, their best opening to a season since 2016, the Owls have found themselves in the national conversation, earning rankings from D1Softball (No. 18), Softball America (No. 19), and ESPN/USA Softball (No. 25).
Held yearly since 2023, the tournament honors the legendary Joan Joyce, who helped build Florida Atlantic softball and served as their head coach from their first season in 1995 until her passing in 2022, with 1,002 career victories to her name. Joyce is one of the most impactful female figures in athletic history, being a member of 20 hall of fames for her accomplishments in many different sports.
All games featuring Florida Atlantic will stream on FAUSports.com, while neutral matchups will air on FloSports.
| Florida Atlantic at the Joan Joyce Classic | |
| Game Details | Thursday, Feb. 13 – Sunday, Feb. 16 | | Joan Joyce Field at FAU Softball Stadium | Boca Raton, Fla. |
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LAST TIME OUT
Written by Sophia RodriguezFlorida Atlantic softball kicked off their 2025 season in strong fashion, rolling through the Paradise Classic with six consecutive wins, including victories over ranked opponents and a no-hitter from senior pitcher Gabby Sacco.
Game 1 – FAU 5, Ole Miss 4 (8 innings)
The Owls opened their season with an extra-inning win over Ole Miss, coming back from a 4-2 deficit in the eighth inning. Freshman Bella Foran delivered the game-winning single, bringing in fellow freshman Sophia Camacho to complete the comeback.
Game 2 – FAU 3, Kansas 2
Junior pitcher Autumn Courtney shined in her FAU debut, striking out 12 in a complete-game performance. Sophomore shortstop Kiley Channell led the offense, driving in all three runs, including an RBI triple.
Game 3 – FAU 6, Clemson 2
FAU stunned No. 25 Clemson, supported by a career-high 10 strikeouts from junior Jaden Martinez. Channell launched a solo home run in the second inning, while the Owls capitalized on three Clemson errors in the fourth to pull away.
Game 4 – FAU 5, Georgia State 1
Courtney picked up her second win of the weekend, striking out five of the first six batters she faced and 13 overall. Freshman Destiny Johns sparked the offense, scoring the opening run on a double steal before junior Yani Guzman drove in a late insurance run.
Game 5 – FAU 11, Missouri State 0 (5 innings)
Sacco delivered her second career no-hitter in a five-inning shutout. The Owls offense exploded for 11 runs.
Game 6 – FAU 8, Georgia State 1
FAU continued its offensive tear, taking advantage of errors to build an early lead. Freshman Destiny Johns recorded her first collegiate double, while junior Jesiana Mora's two-RBI double helped seal the Owls' sixth straight victory.
FULL JOAN JOYCE CLASSIC SCHEDULE
Game # Time Matchup
Game 1 6 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Minnesota
Friday, Feb. 14
Game 2 9 a.m. Louisville vs. Villanova
Game 3 11:15 a.m. Minnesota vs. Louisville
Game 4 1:30 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Villanova
Game 5 3:45 p.m. Dartmouth vs. Purdue
Game 6 6 p.m. Purdue vs. NC State
Game 7 8:15 p.m. NC State vs. Dartmouth
Saturday, Feb. 15
Game 8 9 a.m. Minnesota vs. Louisville
Game 9 11:15 a.m. Villanova vs. Minnesota
Game 10 1:30 p.m. Purdue vs. NC State
Game 11 3:45 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. NC State
Game 12 6 p.m. Purdue vs. Dartmouth
Game 13 8:15 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Dartmouth
Sunday, Feb. 16
Game 14 9 a.m. NC State vs. Minnesota
Game 15 11:30 a.m. Villanova vs. Dartmouth
Game 16 11:30 a.m. Purdue vs. Louisville
Game 17 1:45 p.m. Florida Atlantic vs. Louisville
NEWS AND NOTES
- The Owls are led by Head Coach Jordan Clark in her third season at the helm of the program with a record of 82-36. She is11-9 when facing opponents from the Big 10, Big 12, SEC, and ACC
- Florida Atlantic is the highest nationally ranked team in the American Athletic Conference
- Multiple Owls earned weekly honors. Courtney was named AAC Pitcher of the Week while junior catcher Chloe Yeatts received an honorable mention for her performance leading the team and league with nine hits in 17 at-bats with a slugging percentage of .588
- Courtney's 30 strikeouts in three appearances are 12 more than the next closest pitcher in the conference and ranks second nationally. She is the first Owl to start 3-0 in the team's first six games since 2018. For her efforts, she was selected as one of the top performers by the NFCA
- During the Paradise Classic, Florida Atlantic outscored opponents 38-10
TICKETS
Tournament passes are on sale and can be purchased with an all-tournament pass for $30 or a day pass at $10.Single game tickets for Florida Atlantic softball's 29-game home schedule are now available on Ticketmaster. Season tickets are also on sale for $99. To secure them, visit HERE. Previous season ticket holders can renew by clicking HERE.
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