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Florida Atlantic Owls Face Setback at Don Haskins Center Against UTEP Miners in Women's Basketball

In a conference game at the Don Haskins Center, the Florida Atlantic Owls were outscored by the UTEP Miners, ending with a final tally of 55-63. The Florida Atlantic Owls now stand with an overall record of 0-1, while the UTEP Miners hold their own at 1-0.


UTEP Miners VS Florida Atlantic Owls

The match began with the Florida Atlantic Owls trailing behind as they put up only seven points against the UTEP Miners' twenty in the first quarter. The second quarter saw an improved performance from the Owls as they scored nineteen points but still fell short of catching up to the Miners who added sixteen to their total. After halftime, both teams returned to battle it out on court; however, despite scoring sixteen points in this period, it was not enough for the Owls to close in on their opponents who extended their lead by two more points.


The final quarter witnessed a determined effort from both sides. The Florida Atlantic team managed thirteen points but could not surpass or even equalize against UTEP's nine-point addition in this last stretch of play. Throughout this intense matchup, neither team allowed room for error or complacency.


Key players for Florida Atlantic showcased commendable performances despite falling short on victory. Their efforts kept fans engaged and hopeful until the very end of playtime at Don Haskins Center.


Looking ahead after this tough loss, fans can anticipate seeing how their team will regroup and face off against future opponents. The next opportunity for redemption comes when they meet Rice Owls back home at FAU Arena located in Boca Raton, FL (zip code: 33431). This upcoming game is scheduled for March 3rd and while no broadcast networks have been announced yet for live coverage, dedicated supporters will surely find ways to follow along as their team takes on another challenge on court.

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