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Jackson Koeppel, a 6‑foot‑4, 280‑pound tackle from Lake Travis, has pledged to join Rice University’s 2027 football recruiting class, bringing a promising burst to the Owls’ offensive line.
The Owls' coaching staff reveals a diverse group of prospects, each bringing distinct skills and experiences that promise to reshape the upcoming roster.
Gonzaga’s 33.3 percent three‑point shooting last season ranked as the lowest in Mark Few’s coaching career. The addition of transfer guard Camp Wagner, a 38 percent shooter from Indiana State, offers a potential boost to the team’s floor spacing and overall offensive efficiency.
Brent Scott ascends to Penn State’s assistant coaching staff, bringing his proven recruiting acumen and experience with Mike Rhoades at VCU and Rice, while the program eyes development of international talent like German prospect Yanic Kona Niederhauser.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team delivered a stunning 13-8 upset over No. 4-ranked Auburn, advancing toward the super regional with a display of power and resilience.
Long Beach State announced the hiring of Greg Howell, a seasoned coach with a decade of experience across college and professional basketball, to lead player development and recruitment.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers, considered long shots, have won seven straight games and will open the 2026 NCAA Baseball Regional against Auburn, with the contest streamed on ESPN Plus and commentary by Mark Neely and Gregg Olson.
The Owls will play 20 regular‑season matches in 2026, highlighted by nine home games and a mix of non‑conference and conference opponents.
An exploration of the surprising origins of the soccer term ‘nutmeg’, linking the spice trade, colonial fraud, and linguistic evolution.
Will Davis, a ten‑year head‑coaching veteran, has been hired to lead the University of Houston’s baseball program, bringing a record of championships, record‑setting wins, and strong recruiting to the Big 12.
From the plains of Columbia to the heart of Lawrence, the upcoming campaign promises drama, disappointment and a relentless pursuit of redemption.
East Carolina University defeated the University of Texas at San Antonio 1-0 in a tightly contested championship game, avenging an earlier loss and securing their fifth title in the American Baseball Championship. Ethan Norby's dominant pitching earned him Most Outstanding Player honors.
On May 22, the Juneau‑Douglas High School Yadaa.at Kalé Crimson Bears boys soccer seniors were celebrated at Adair‑Kennedy Memorial Park before their match against South Anchorage. Each player shared insights into their high school experience and the paths they intend to pursue after graduation.
The Aztecs captured an 11‑6 win over New Mexico, saw transfer Nick Anderson sidelined for the season, and celebrated individual golf accolades.
The Aztecs baseball team posted an 11-6 win over New Mexico, the golf programs celebrated individual and team honors, and the basketball side faced a season-ending injury to transfer Nick Anderson, all while the university looks to build on recent successes.
Rice Owls rally from a 5‑1 hole to briefly lead, only to fall to UAB in a 9‑6 thriller that caps a historic 18‑game turnaround.
A torn ACL and partial meniscus have ended the transfer guard's current campaign, prompting surgery, rehab and speculation about his eligibility and the team's next move
The Rice Owls dropped a 4-3 decision to East Carolina on Friday night at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida, a loss that puts their championship hopes on the line.
The Rice baseball team lost 4-3 to East Carolina in the American Conference Tournament, leaving them facing elimination against UAB.
The Pirates edged Rice 4-3 in a tightly contested opener, highlighted by a timely homer and a resilient finish as they gear up for their next conference battle.
The Owls rallied in the bottom of the ninth to defeat Wichita State 5‑4, with Webb delivering a 407‑foot home run and Lorenzo Rios driving in the winning run.
Wichita State held a 4-2 lead late in the game before Rice erupted for two runs in the bottom of the ninth, capped by a throwing error that allowed Jacob Devenny to score the winning run.
The Rice Owls open the 2026 American Conference Baseball Championship as the third seed, marking their highest conference tournament placement since 2015 and setting the stage for a storied rivalry with Wichita State.
In a tightly contested opener of the 2026 American Baseball Championship, Wichita State University erased an early deficit to beat Florida Atlantic University 3‑2, with clutch hits from Jacob Gutierrez and Jaden Gustafson sealing the win.