TGIF ODU Fam. The wins are great. The championships are awesome.

But seeing former Monarchs shine beyond their time on campus is what it’s all about and this week, one of our own was honored for the impact she’s making in the community.

What all do we have stirring in today’s Brew? Check it out below!

👏 Shining Star
⚾️ Movin’ On Up
❄️ Winter Wonderland
​🦁 And much more!

❄️ WINTER WONDERLAND

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Shining Star. Not too long ago, Amari Young was making an impact on the court for the ODU women’s basketball program.

Nowadays, Young is making an impact in the community as this week, the former Monarch was awarded the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) 30 Under 30 Award.

Young was recognized for her innovative and inclusive approach to therapeutic recreation. Her efforts have had a transformative impact on individuals in the community, particularly those with disabilities. She has introduced several groundbreaking programs that have improved the lives of countless participants, including “TR on the Go,” “Sensory Canoeing” and “Cultural Cuisine.”

“TR on the Go,” is a recently launched adult program designed to foster social interaction and community building. The program allows participants to explore new interests and hobbies while cultivating a sense of belonging and adventure through engagement in special projects and group outings every other month.

👏: More On Young’s Honor

🔼 Movin’ On Up. After spending the past two seasons on the diamond for the Monarchs, right-hander Trent Buchanan has a new address.

The former ODU reliever signed a spring training contract with the Atlanta Braves after piling up 34 appearances over the past two years in Norfolk.

Buchanan went 4-2 with a 3.66 ERA, while striking out 48 in 51.2 innings of work.

🎙️ ON THE MIC

It’s a monster week for the ODU basketball programs as the conference season is almost to the halfway point. There’s no better place to get the insight from the leaders of both programs than the weekly radio show!

The ODU Basketball: Keeping Up With The Joneses Coaches Show was back for its latest episode on Monday night at Recovery Sports Grill in Norfolk.

Don’t worry if you missed it, we’ve got you covered!

🦁 MONARCH TRIVIA

During her five seasons at ODU, how many points did Amari Young pile up with the Monarchs?

Got a guess?

Scroll to the bottom to see the answer!

📅 ON THE DOCKET

Friday, Jan. 24th
🏊 Swimming at American @ 4pm

Saturday, Jan. 25th
🎾 Men’s Tennis at Duke @ 12pm
🏀 Women’s Basketball at Georgia State @ 1pm
🏀 Men’s Basketball vs. Coastal Carolina @ 7pm l Tickets

Sunday, Jan. 26th
🎾 Women’s Tennis at Wake Forest @ 12pm
🎾 Men’s Tennis vs. Vanderbilt (Durham, NC)
🎾 Men’s Tennis vs. Cornell (Durham, NC)

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🦁 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: 1,575.

In three of her five seasons at ODU, Young averaged double-digits with a career-best 13.6 ppg during her redshirt sophomore season.

🦁 Let’s have a great weekend, y’all!