Patriot Brew 1/12: Not In Our House

Patriots Roll Past Davidson in Critical A-10 Matchup

TGIF Mason Nation. There’s something special brewing in Fairfax.

You’re going to want to get to EagleBank Arena this winter to check out these Mason hoops squad who are defending home turf at an elite level.

16 home games. 15 wins. Not too shabby folks.

What all is stirring in today’s Brew? Check it out!

🏡 Not In Our House
🏀 Birthplace of a Star in the Making
🤼‍♂️ Record Maker
​⭐ And much, much more!

📈 STOCK UP

🔺 Not In Our House. Visiting Northern Virginia has become pretty difficult for opposing teams… and it has nothing to do with the traffic jams.

The Patriots defended EagleBank Arena yet again on Wednesday night, rolling past Davidson, 79-41, in a critical Atlantic 10 matchup.

Six different players scored eight points or more led once again by Sonia Smith, who poured in 17 points, while also grabbing five rebounds and two assists.

The rookie duo of Zahirah Walton and Kennedy Harris combined for 23 points, eight rebounds and four steals.

🔺 Meet Us At The Mats. Fresh off a historic win over UVA last weekend, the Mason wrestling squad is back at home for the first time in over a month with not one, but ✌️ home matches this weekend.

First up, the Green & Gold host Edinboro on Saturday at 1 pm, followed by a Sunday showdown with the Pride of Hofstra at 1 pm.

🔺 Birthplace Of A Star In the Making. It all started here.

Jordan Miller became a sensation during his three seasons in Fairfax. Now, he’s lighting up the G-League and turning heads of NBA execs.

Miller, who signed with the Clippers this past summer, is currently playing on a two-way contract with the Ontario Clippers, LA’s G-League squad.

In six games this year, the former Patriot is averaging 28.5 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. He has scored 30+ points in three of those six contests.

“We’ve Got Game…. Food Game!”

Our friends at Milk & Honey offer a New Orleans themed Southern Brunch that features Award Winning Shrimp & Grits, Chicken & Waffles, RumChata French Toast and more slow cooked mouth-watering favorites. No matter the type of experience you are looking for, Milk & Honey has the dish for you.

🤔 PATRIOT TRIVIA

Freshman Kennedy Harris has been sensational for the Patriots this season.

The reigning Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Week has scored in double-figures in eight of her 15 games. She is currently averaging 10.0 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game.

Who was the last true freshman to average in double-figures in scoring for the Green & Gold?

Got a guess?

Scroll on down to the bottom of this email for the answer!

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📅 WHAT’S ON TAP?

Saturday, January 13
👟 Track & Field vs. Nittany Lion Challenge (State College, Pa.)
🤼‍♂️ Wrestling vs. Edinboro University of PA @ 1pm
🏊 Swimming vs. Fairfield/JMU (Harrisonburg, Va.)
🏀 Men’s Basketball at Richmond @ 6pm

Sunday, January 14
🤼‍♂️ Wrestling vs. Hofstra @ 1pm

Monday, January 15
🏀 Men’s Basketball at George Washington @ 2pm

Wednesday, January 17
🏀 Women’s Basketball vs. Saint Louis @ 7pm

📬 STICK WITH US

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: Nicole Cardaño-Hillary in 2017-18

The sensational scorer averaged 17.8 ppg for Mason during her freshman season, winning Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Year accolades.

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⭐️ Let’s enjoy the weekend!