On the evening of May 14, 2026, the Owls of Rice traveled to Reckling Park to face the Green Wave of Tulane, emerging with a decisive 12‑0 victory.
The game was a showcase of offensive firepower and pitching precision, as Rice compiled twelve runs on eighteen hits while committing no errors, whereas Tulane was held scoreless, without a single hit or error to its name.
A Pitching Masterclass
Right‑hander Tanner Wiggins delivered a commanding performance on the mound, limiting the Green Wave to zero runs and securing the win with a series of tight innings that kept the opposition off balance.
The offensive onslaught began early, with J.C. Davis and Colin Robson setting the tone in the first inning, laying the groundwork for the scoring spree that followed.
Paul Smith added a pivotal moment by launching a home run that not only added to the tally but also shifted momentum, while Garet Boehm’s clutch triple drove in two crucial runs later in the game.
Kutter‑gage Webb contributed three sacrifice flies, each extending the lead and underscoring the team’s ability to capitalize on every opportunity.
The final blow came from the combined efforts of the lineup, which kept the pressure on Tulane throughout, culminating in a shutout that highlighted both the Owls’ depth and their strategic execution.