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Florida Atlantic Football’s history in a nutshell

The journey of FAU football growing from the ground up, starting with Howard Schnellenberger to their current coach, Tom Herman.

Dr. Catanese, left, and coach Howard Schnellenberger, center, pose with the helmet of FAU’s football team

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Morgan Larkins, Staff Writer

October 16, 2024

When you think of Florida Atlantic football, you probably think of the blue and red stadium with palm trees at the entrances, just 1.8 miles from the beach. Maybe you think of various FAU game day traditions like the Owl walk, tailgating and the swag surf.