Florida Atlantic University Athletics
First Saturday in Paradise and Duffy’s Fan Fest Celebration
8/17/2025 8:50:00 PM | General
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Florida Atlantic Athletics, in collaboration with the Florida Atlantic Division of Student Affairs, hosted the 2025 First Saturday in Paradise and Duffy's Sports Grill Fan Fest last Saturday. The event, which had a gameday tailgate feel, began at 5 p.m. with carnival rides, slushies, and more provided by Owl corporate sponsors.
The largest freshman class in University history joined Owl fans in the stadium where everyone was entertained by FAU's Marching Band as well as the cheer and dance teams. The freshmen learned and sang along with in-game football prompts followed by greetings from Vice President and Director of Athletics Brian White and Owl head coaches John Jakus of men's basketball, LeeAnn Freeland of women's basketball and Hagerity Family Head Football Coach Zach Kittley. The night was capped by a spectacular lighted drone show.
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The largest freshman class in University history joined Owl fans in the stadium where everyone was entertained by FAU's Marching Band as well as the cheer and dance teams. The freshmen learned and sang along with in-game football prompts followed by greetings from Vice President and Director of Athletics Brian White and Owl head coaches John Jakus of men's basketball, LeeAnn Freeland of women's basketball and Hagerity Family Head Football Coach Zach Kittley. The night was capped by a spectacular lighted drone show.
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