
JC Davis Leads Rice Owls to Record‑Breaking 2026 Season
Rice University’s baseball team capped a remarkable 2026 campaign, driven by standout performances from JC Davis, Paul Smith, Tanner Wiggins and Ethan Sanders
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Rice University’s baseball team capped a remarkable 2026 campaign, driven by standout performances from JC Davis, Paul Smith, Tanner Wiggins and Ethan Sanders

The 2026 Alabama vs. Mississippi State game promises a clash of tradition and transformation, with new offensive weapons, defensive upgrades, and a schedule that could define the Bulldogs' season.

JC Davis was named the 2026 Dell Morgan Award winner as the Owls' MVP, while Paul Smith, Tanner Wiggins and Ethan Sanders collected major conference honors that underscored Rice University's most successful season in a decade.

The Owls have announced a refreshed lineup for the upcoming summer conditioning period, featuring fresh talent and several players who opted out after spring practice.

The College Baseball Foundation announces that Gene Stephenson, longtime Wichita State head baseball coach, will be presented with the 2026 Wayne Graham Award for Teaching Excellence at the future College Baseball Hall of Fame in Overland Park, Kansas.

The 5‑foot‑11, 164‑pound defensive back from Cy Ranch High School announced his commitment to Rice, joining a class that already features five other recruits.

UCLA’s John Savage received the Skip Bertman award, his team posted a program‑record 52 wins, and several players captured national player of the year accolades.

Coach John Savage was honored as Skip Bertman Coach of the Year after UCLA’s record‑setting 52‑win season, a run that included a perfect Big Ten sweep and a host of national player awards.

The United States opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 4‑1 win over Paraguay, a performance highlighted by Folarin Balogun’s brace, Christian Pulisic’s assists and Gio Reyna’s late goal, while celebrations spilled into Rice University’s Ion District and attracted a host of American cultural icons.

Blaine Brown announced his commitment to the Volunteers for 2027, looking to expand on a strong sophomore campaign that featured 13 home runs, 42 RBIs and several clutch performances.

The San Diego State Aztecs must replace star guard Nick Anderson, who is out for the season, as new transfers and redshirt players step into larger roles.

The Nittany Lions have finalized their coaching roster, promoting Brent Scott to associate head coach and appointing Patrick Dorney as chief of staff, while welcoming new faces from the transfer portal.

Coach Mike Rhoades promotes Brent Scott to associate head coach, hires Dwayne Stephens, retains Talor Battle and Clay Conner, adds Patrick Dorney as chief of staff, and faces a roster reshaped by nine transfers, aiming to field a more seasoned squad for the upcoming season.
Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron's third straight NCAA Tournament run, draft projection, and family move highlight a standout season.
A look at Justin Lebron's journey from early life in the Bronx to a projected 17th overall MLB draft pick, highlighting his collegiate achievements and the recent move his family made possible by NIL earnings.

Coach Lindsay Edmonds extends her contract through 2031, cementing a record‑breaking era that includes conference titles, a 22‑game winning streak, and national coach of the year honors.

Jordan Williams, a former high‑school basketball star from Houston, is set to begin a football career at the University of Maryland in 2026, bringing a unique family legacy and a surprising statistical past to the defensive side of the ball.
Using name, image and likeness money, Alabama baseball star Justin Lebron bought a five‑bedroom house for his family, moving them out of the cramped Bronx apartment where he grew up and setting the stage for a promising professional future.
Alabama Crimson Tide shortstop Justin Lebron has used his name, image and likeness earnings to buy a five‑bedroom home in Coral Springs, moving his family from the Bronx to South Florida and positioning himself as a top MLB Draft prospect.

Brody Diel, a 6‑foot‑2 wide receiver from Central High School in Baton Rouge, has chosen Rice University for the 2027 cycle, marking the program’s first commitment and signaling a new recruiting trajectory.

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.