The Temple Owls women's basketball team has had a remarkable season, earning their first regular season conference title without ever winning a conference player of the week in that same season. With 19 wins and 13-5 record in the American Athletic Conference (AAC), they are ready to take on the best teams in the league at the AAC Championship Tournament.

Led by Aleah Nelson, who has played for Coach Richardson for four years and has helped set her culture within the program, the Owls have a strong team dynamic. All five starters are averaging over 8.0 points per game, with Nelson and Tiarra East each reaching double-digits in 21 games this season.

The Owls' offense is not just dependent on one or two players, as they employ their 'Equal Opportunity Offense' strategy, which has led to many contributors to their success. They have set a benchmark of nine wins, with the goal of winning even more games and breaking that record.

In fact, Temple has had an impressive turnaround this season, going from 11 wins last year to potentially tying a program record for best turnaround with just one more win. This is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication.

The Owls have also excelled in other areas of the game, ranking first in the AAC in turnover margin and sixth in the NCAA in offensive rebounds per game (16.2) and 19th in turnover margin (+5.03).

As they head into the AAC Championship Tournament, Temple is looking to make a strong run and bring home their first conference title since the 2011-12 season, when they led the Atlantic 10.

The tournament will begin on Saturday, March 9, with games taking place throughout the week. The Owls' first game after a double-bye will be on Monday, March 11, at 9:00pm ET (ESPN+ and The Varsity App). They will then face off against the winner of the semifinal game in the championship game on Wednesday, March 13, at 7:00 pm ET (ESPNU and The Varsity App).

With their strong team dynamics, impressive statistics, and determination to succeed, the Temple Owls are a force to be reckoned with in the AAC Championship Tournament. Don't miss out on the action as they take on the best teams in the league.

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