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Wajih AlBaroudi

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor

Wajih is a multimedia journalism major who’s previously worked as a contributing writer. He currently covers FAU sports for the UP and FAU Owl Access. His goal is to write and live in a mountain town.

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FAU junior running back Devin Singletary (5) attempts to run on the left side before getting tackled by a UCF defensive player. Photo by: Pierce Herrmann

It’s time to expand the College Football Playoff

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
January 16, 2019
The renovated lockers feature each players name and hometown. Photo by Violet Castano

FAU’s newly renovated football locker room a step toward attracting top recruits

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
September 17, 2018
FAUs chase to repeat last seasons dominance begins Sept. 1 at Oklahoma. Photo courtesy of FAU Media Relations

How does FAU stack up to its 2018 competition?

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
August 21, 2018
FAU rode a 10-game win streak into its first ever Conference USA championship last season. Photo courtesy of FAU Media Relations

Which side of the ball will embody FAU’s team identity this season?

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
August 20, 2018
Lane Kiffin is entering his third season as the head coach for the Owls. Photo courtesy of FAU Media Relations

Fresh faces look to take the Owls’ offense to the next level

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
August 17, 2018
Former FAU linebacker Azzez Al-Shaair, now with the San Francisco 49ers, could be the first player from the university to win a Super Bowl. Photo courtesy of FAU Media Relations

FAU’s all-time leading tackler is as devoted to his Muslim faith as he is to the game

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports Editor
August 16, 2018
DeAndre Johnson is hoping to come back strong after blood clots ended his 2017 season early. Photo by Alexander Rodriguez.

A look at FAU’s quarterback battle both on and off the field

Wajih AlBaroudi, Sports editor
August 15, 2018
FAU head coach Lane Kiffin is handed the Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl trophy during the trophy ceremony after FAUs 50-3 victory Saturday night. Alexander Rodriguez | Features Editor

Football: FAU will be in multiple nationally televised games this season

Wajih AlBaroudi, Co-Sports Editor
June 1, 2018
FAU redshirt senior center Ronald Delph (33) attempts to shoot a two-pointer during the second half against Old Dominion on Jan 20. Alexander Rodriguez | Senior Photographer

Basketball: Conference USA introduces new game scheduling format

Wajih AlBaroudi, Co-Sports Editor
May 30, 2018
Former FAU defensive end Trey Hendrickson (9) sacks Rice quarterback Driphus Jackson (6) in a game on October 11, 2015. Photo Courtesy of Brandon Harrington

Football: Spotlighting current NFL and former FAU football players

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
May 24, 2018
Charles Cameron waits for a play to start during spring practice. Photo courtesy of Jake Elman

Football: Defensive lineman Charles Cameron trades in his helmet for headphones when he leaves the field

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2018
Jason Driskel. Alexander Rodriguez | News Editor

Football: FAU looks to pair new talent with established playmakers

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
March 18, 2018
The Owls celebrate Dec. 2, 2017 after defeating North Texas 41-17 for the C-USA Championship. Alexander Rodriguez | News Editor

Football: FAU underwent a university-wide revitalization in Lane Kiffin’s first season

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
March 14, 2018
FAU sophomore running back Devin Singletary (5) rushes toward a North Texas player to gain some yardage during the first quarter. FAU went on to win 41-17 against North Texas for the C-USA Championship on Dec. 2. Alexander Rodriguez | Photo Editor

Football: A look at FAU’s 2018 spring practice schedule

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
March 13, 2018
Junior catcher Kevin Abraham recorded two hits in the Owls victory over Monmouth on Friday night. Alexander Rodriguez | Contributing Photographer

Baseball: FAU loses 6-1 to the defending CWS champion Florida Gators

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 21, 2018
Senior guard Sasha Cedeno (15) looked for a pass in her teams game versus Middle Tennessee on Feb. 8. Joshua Giron | Photo Editor

Women’s Basketball: FAU’s losing streak extends to six as defense falls apart in 65-86 loss against Florida International

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 17, 2018
Junior Sasha Cedeno scored 19 points in the Owls loss to UTEP. Alexander Rodriguez | News Editor

Women’s Basketball: FAU squanders first half lead in 54-59 loss against Old Dominion

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 15, 2018
FAU women’s basketball head coach Jim Jabir talks next tactics with his players during a media timeout in his teams 79-67 win over Lynn University on Nov. 4. Alexander Rodriguez | Staff Photographer

Women’s Basketball: Second half rally not enough as Owls lose 65-69 against Middle Tennessee

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 8, 2018
FAU head coach Lane Kiffin argues with a referee after a holding call during the second quarter of the Conference USA Championship Game versus North Texas. Joshua Giron | Photo Editor

Football: FAU heads into National Signing Day with a new crop of offensive players

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2018
FAU redshirt junior guard Danneal Ford (00) looks up the court to find a pass to her players. FAU went on to lose 66-55 against Mercer on Nov 17, 2017. Lauren Sopourn | Contributing Writer

Women’s Basketball: FAU hopes to make run in Conference USA Basketball Championships

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
February 3, 2018
FAU head coach Lane Kiffin is handed the Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl trophy during the trophy ceremony after FAUs 50-3 victory Saturday night. Alexander Rodriguez | Features Editor

Football: FAU shakes up coaching staff after historic season

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
January 30, 2018
FAU redshirt senior center Ronald Delph (33) attempts to shoot a two-pointer during the second half against Old Dominion on Jan 20. Alexander Rodriguez | Senior Photographer

Men’s Basketball: Ronald Delph has double-double in 59-53 loss against North Texas

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
January 26, 2018
FAU senior guard Malia Kency (32) dribbles around Saint Francis sophomore guard Jade Johnson (23). FAU went on to win 80-60 against Saint Francis during their Thanksgiving Tourney. Lauren Sopourn | Contributing Photographer

Women’s Basketball: FAU picks up wire-to-wire victory 86-72 over Louisiana Tech

Wajih AlBaroudi, Contributing Writer
January 21, 2018
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