PHILADELPHIA - The birthday celebration of Hooter the Owl has always been a good omen for Temple men's basketball, as the team is 11-0 all-time when celebrating their mascot's special day. The Owls (12-11, 3-7) will look to make it 12 straight when they host USF (6-14, 0-9) on Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m. (CSN / 1210 AM WPHT).
In addition to the birthday celebrations, which include mascots from all around the area being in attendance, the team will host an autograph session for fans after the game.
Temple is coming off its first road win of the conference season, holding off Tulane for a 79-71 victory on Jan.