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ATHLETICS NEWS |
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Men's Basketball Cracks Top 25 for First Time Since 2001
The Owls were recently ranked 21st by the Associated Press poll and 25th by the ESPN/USA Today poll.
Philadelphia Inquirer Writes About Temple Lacrosse's "Special Little Sister"
Temple's women's lacrosse team adopted Devon Marie Lam in 2008 through Friends of Jaclyn, a new program that matches college sports teams with children with brain tumors. On Thanksgiving Day, approximately one year after Devon's death, The Philadelphia Inquirer published her story.
Temple's Tom Deahn Named National Ops Director of the Year
Earlier this month, Tom Deahn was named the National Football Operations Director of the Year by FootballScoop.com. Deahn, who is completing his fourth season with the Owls, serves as football's liaison to university administration, athletic administration, football alumni and the Owl Club.
Owl Club Member Feature - Edward Mahaney, CLA '67, EDU '71, '83
From the time he was in high school, Edward Mahaney has been connected to Temple. Even now, as the mayor of the City of Cape May, N.J., Mahaney's connection to Temple remains strong.
Current and Former Women's Basketball Players Honored by Philadelphia Inquirer
Temple takes Player of the Year and Coach of the Year titles.
Temple Owl Club Launches New Online Auctions Feature
A new feature has been added to Temple Athletics' web site that offers fans once-in-a-lifetime experiences and exclusive Temple memorabilia. |
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SPOTLIGHT ON TODAY'S OWLS |
Kristen McCarthy's Blog: Women's Basketball Florida State Trip
Sophomore forward Kristen McCarthy makes her Owlsports.com writing debut with a blog about the team's trip to Florida State.
Washington Post: NE Boys Club Welcomes Back Dominique Harris
Prior to competing in the EagleBank Bowl in Washington, D.C. last month, senior Dominique Harris, safety and captain of the football team and a D.C.-native, and eight of his teammates took time out for community service.
The New York Times: 'Owl Who Took Unusual Path Has the Shot to Match It'
In a profile that ran earlier this month, The New York Times explores the past and promise of Temple basketball's sophomore guard Juan Fernandez.
Temple Men's Crew Coach Gavin White Honored With 2009 Joy of Sculling Lifetime Achievement Award
Coach Gavin White is entering his 31st year as head coach of the Owls. In his time at the helm, he has led the Owls to victory in 21 of the last 26 Dad Vail Regattas and has guided them on to earn international distinction, with seven invitations to Great Britain's renowned Royal Henley Regatta. |
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ATHLETICS CAMPAIGN UPDATE |
Thank you!
The Temple Owl Club appreciates our alumni and fans who support our 24 varsity programs each year as well as help us raise money for various projects and enhancements. We are proud to share with you some of those funded projects:
EagleBank Bowl Post Season Ticket Fund: Thank you to those Owl Club donors who purchased tickets or contributed money for Temple student tickets to the bowl game.
Ernest C. Casale Athletics Suite: Owl Club donors Aaron Bitman and Bill Rinck, in conjunction with the Owl Club staff, raised $100,000 in pledges to officially name the fourth floor suite at 1700 North Broad Street for former Athletic Director Ernie Casale.
The Patrick J. Daly Endowed Fund for Men's Basketball: Owl Club donor Donna Kelly created the fund to support the Temple men's basketball program.
The Aglira Family Endowment Fund for Baseball: Owl Club donor Robert Aglira and his family created the fund to support the Temple baseball program. |
WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR TEMPLE OWLS |
Participate
Purchase tickets to games, donate seats to a banquet, attend events or cheer on the Owls at their next home game. Visit owlsports.com to purchase tickets and to learn more about upcoming events and games.
Recruit Owl Club Members
Introduce or suggest potential Owl Club members to the Owl Club team: Scott Koskoski, John Baum, Patti Frey or Dan Gale.
Give
Help us continue our mission by making your gift today at
myowlspace.com/owlclub.
To contact the Owl Club, call 215-204-CLUB (2582) or e-mail owlclub@temple.edu. |
UPCOMING GAMES AND EVENTS |
January 30: Seventh Annual Owl Club Auction
Contact us at 214-204-CLUB (2582) to donate an item to the auction!
January 31: Men's Gymnastics Home Opener vs. UIC and SUNY
February 3: 2010 Temple Football Signing Day Reception
February 5: Men's Tennis Home Opener vs. George Washington
February 6: Women's Gymnastics hosts the Liberty Classic
February 6: Women's Tennis Home Opener
February 12: Temple Baseball First Pitch Reception
February
27: Women's Fencing hosts the Temple Invitational
March 3: Women's Lacrosse Home Opener vs. Penn
March 6: Owl Club Member Recognition Day and Senior Day
March 10:
Baseball Home Opener vs. Delaware State
March 19: Softball Home Opener vs. Central Connecticut State
Mark your calendar:
March 12-14: Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Championships
March 14: Men's Basketball Selection Sunday
March 15: Women's Basketball Selection Monday
April 17: Cherry & White Day
on Main Campus
April 20: Basketball Banquet
Check out our sports schedules online at owlsports.com. To purchase tickets to upcoming games, visit www.owlstix.com. |
LETTERWINNER CLASS NOTES |
Want to be considered for the next issue of Owl Eyes? Submit your class note to owlclub@temple.edu.
Arshwin Asjes, Baseball '09
The former Temple baseball pitcher recently inked a free agent
contract with the Cincinnati Reds.
Lynsey Grace, Softball '05
Grace was named head softball coach at Lincoln University.
Barbara Joan Reimann, Field Hockey and Women's Basketball '55
Reimann received the Temple University Gallery of Success Award from the College of Health Professions and Social Work.
Nate Webb, Men's Soccer '05
Nate Webb and his brother, Zach, opened Pub Webb between 15th and 16th streets on Cecil B. Moore Avenue by Main Campus.
Alumni: View more class notes and search for your friends at myowlspace.com.
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IN MEMORIAM |
Temple Athletics remembers its proud supporters and fans who have passed away in recent months.
John E. Boyd III, EDU '66
Estelle Litwack, Friend
Barbara Mlkvy, CLA '52
To submit a name for a future issue, please e-mail owlclub@temple.edu. |
CONTACT THE OWL CLUB |
Contact us at
215-204-CLUB (2582) or
owlclub@temple.edu.
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