FAU Owls Men’s Basketball Unveils Revamped Roster Under Coach John Jakus, Opens Season 1-0
The FAU Owls men's basketball team has a revamped roster for the new season, featuring Felipe Quinones, the highest-rated recruit in school history. The team, led by coach John Jakus, has started its season with a 1-0 record.

West Palm Beach Fort Pierce, FL, November 4, 2026 — The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Owls men’s basketball program is embarking on its new season with a significantly revamped roster. The team is under the leadership of head coach John Jakus.
A key component of the team’s fresh outlook is the addition of Felipe Quinones. Quinones is recognized as the highest-rated recruit in the school’s history, indicating a strong potential addition to the Owls’ lineup.
The team has officially begun its competitive season, achieving a 1-0 record in its initial outings. This early success suggests a promising start for the Owls as they integrate new talent and strategies under Coach Jakus.
The specific details regarding the full extent of the roster revamp beyond the inclusion of Felipe Quinones were not provided in the summary. Similarly, further information regarding the team’s schedule, opponents faced in their 1-0 start, or any standout performances beyond the recruitment status of Quinones was not detailed.
Coach John Jakus, now at the helm, is tasked with guiding this new-look squad. The early 1-0 standing provides a preliminary indicator of the team’s performance trajectory for the current season.
Story summarized from the original created by Kendall Hyde on www.wptv.com, see more information here.


