Notre Dame Faces Rice in Inconsistent Home Opener
Notre Dame opens its season on Sept. 12 against Rice at Notre Dame Stadium, with key players sidelined and odds heavily favoring the Irish.
Sep 8, 2026
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Rice Baseball Secures 11 New Signees for 2026‑27 Class
Coach David Pierce announced a 11‑player recruiting class that mixes local high school stars, junior‑college transfers and out‑of‑state athletes, all described as ‘Rice Guys’ committed to competition on the field and in the classroom.
Aug 28, 2026
Alex Brown Joins Kentucky Football Staff as Assistant General Manager
Kentucky head coach Will Stein announced the hiring of Alex Brown, a seasoned personnel executive with deep NFL and collegiate roots, to lead roster construction and recruiting efforts for the program.
Aug 28, 2026
Rice Owls Gear Up for Pivotal Home Match Against Lamar Cardinals
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, the Rice Owls will host the Lamar Cardinals at Holloway Field, aiming to extend a perfect series lead while preparing for a showdown with No. 3 Vanderbilt.
Aug 22, 2026
Kentucky Football appoints Alex Brown as assistant general manager
The program announced a front‑office reshuffle that adds Brown to a leadership team headed by head coach Will Stein.
Aug 19, 2026
Blaine Brown’s Elbow Surgery Opens Door for Tennessee Outfield Shifts
Blaine Brown, a Tennessee baseball standout, underwent left elbow surgery and will miss the fall season. His absence reshapes the Volunteers' outfield plans, with Andrew Duncan likely to step into center field.
Aug 18, 2026
Blaine Brown’s Elbow Surgery Casts Doubt on 2027 Return, Tennessee Bolsters Outfield
Tennessee sophomore Blaine Brown underwent left elbow surgery after a Cape Cod League injury. With a projected recovery of six to ten months, he will miss fall practice but is expected to be ready with his bat by the 2027 season. The team has added depth through transfers and internal options.
Aug 18, 2026
Rice Owls’ Goalkeeper Kirsten Ruf Named Conference Goalkeeper of the Week
Kirsten Ruf’s standout shutout and assist, along with Lauren Pickup’s back‑to‑back goals, highlight a productive week for Rice soccer ahead of upcoming games.
Aug 17, 2026
Jeff Martin Joins Lamar State College Port Arthur as Assistant Basketball Coach
Jeff Martin, a seasoned basketball professional with a distinguished coaching and playing background, has been appointed Assistant Basketball Coach at Lamar State College Port Arthur, bringing expertise that promises to elevate the program’s competitiveness.
Aug 17, 2026
Rice Owls Chart Course for Season at Annual Media Day
During a recent Media Day, Rice University’s football staff outlined key themes for the upcoming season, emphasizing player retention, a new offensive scheme, and the leadership role of four newly elected captains.
Aug 16, 2026
Rutgers Fall Camp Spotlights Three Emerging Talents
A look at the standout players shaping the Scarlet Knights' preseason workouts and what their potential roles could mean for the upcoming season.
Aug 15, 2026
Veteran Coach Mike Jones Joins Rice Tigers Basketball Staff
After years of building programs at several mid‑major schools, Mike Jones is set to bring his proven leadership to Rice University, where he will help shape the next generation of Owls talent.
Aug 15, 2026
Indiana Coach Curt Cignetti Keeps Silence After Purdue AD’s Championship Taunt
Cignetti offered no direct response to McClelland’s provocative comment, letting the controversy fade while Indiana’s historic turnaround continues.
Aug 11, 2026
Rice University breaks ground on $120 million football pavilion funded by Kraft family
Construction begins this August on an 80,000‑square‑foot facility that will complement ongoing stadium renovations and strengthen Rice’s long‑term campus vision.
Aug 10, 2026
Jordanian Soccer Player Rabe’e Alqaq Found Safe After Vanishing from Rice University
After disappearing during the Genuine Cup tournament, Rabe’e Ata Juma’a Alqaq traveled by bus to Chicago, survived two days without internet, and was located only after reconnecting to Wi‑Fi, prompting a swift resolution and gratitude toward his supporters.
Aug 1, 2026
Rice Owls’ Soccer Program Soars in 2026 Preseason Rankings
Rice University's women's soccer team enters the 2026 season with a preseason ranking of third in the American Conference, bolstered by a trio of standout players and a recent run of sustained success.
Jul 31, 2026
Genuine Cup Brings Neuro‑Diverse Soccer Stars Together in Houston
Over 1,000 neuro‑diverse athletes from 53 countries converged at Rice University for the Genuine Cup, a soccer tournament co‑founded by Ignacio "Nacho" Torras and Lorna Ortiz to elevate visibility for autism and intellectual disability communities.
Jul 31, 2026
Texas State Bobcats Gear Up for Pac-12 Debut with Explosive Receiving Corps
The Bobcats' receiving unit boasts proven production, chemistry with quarterback Brad Jackson, and promising newcomers poised to make an impact in their inaugural Pac‑12 season.
Jul 30, 2026
Jordanian Paralympic Star’s Cross‑Country Vanishing Sparks Mystery
A Jordanian soccer player with cerebral palsy disappeared during a U.S. tournament, was found safe in Chicago after a 1,000‑mile journey, and has now returned to his team, but the reasons for his odyssey remain unclear.
Jul 29, 2026
Mississippi’s 2026 Running Backs Set to Dominate the National Landscape
Mississippi’s 2026 high school football class boasts a historic depth of returning running backs, each of whom eclipsed 2,000 rushing yards last season.
Jul 29, 2026
Jordanian athlete found safe after disappearing at Houston soccer tournament
A missing player from the Genuine Cup, a global competition for athletes with disabilities, was discovered safe in a Chicago suburb after contacting police following media reports of his disappearance.
Jul 29, 2026
Rice Owls Earn Multiple Honors in Athlon Sports’ 2026 Preview
Athlon Sports' latest college football preview highlights the achievements of Rice University's standout athletes, signaling optimism for the upcoming season.
Jul 29, 2026
Abilene Christian Wildcats Eye Repeat UAC Crown and Playoff Push in 2026
The Wildcats are poised to defend their conference title and make a deeper playoff run, anchored by a competitive quarterback race and a fortified defensive line.
Jul 28, 2026
Rice Owls Prepare for 2026 Campaign with Record‑Size 104‑Man Roster
Rice University’s football program has assembled a 104‑player roster for the 2026 season, the most extensive in recent memory. Detailed tracking of each athlete’s position, classification and eligibility status provides a clear picture of the team’s depth and strategic adjustments as the new campaign approaches.
Jul 28, 2026