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
Jun 19, 2026
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JC Davis Leads Rice Owls to Record Season, Earns 2026 Dell Morgan Award
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.
Jun 18, 2026
Rice Owls Fall Short Against East Carolina in Championship Game
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.
May 22, 2026
Rice Owls Drop 4-3 Decision to East Carolina in Clearwater
The Rice baseball team lost 4-3 to East Carolina in the American Conference Tournament, leaving them facing elimination against UAB.
May 22, 2026
East Carolina Edges Rice in Thrilling 2026 American Baseball Championship Clash
East Carolina survived a late rally to beat Rice 4‑3, advancing to meet the winner of the UTSA‑Memphis matchup, while Rice now faces UAB in a do‑or‑die game.
May 22, 2026
Rice Owls Secure Top Seed for 2026 American Conference Baseball Championship
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.
May 21, 2026
Jason Wachs Secures All-Conference First Team Honors
Sophomore outfielder Jason Wachs was selected to the American Conference’s 2026 First Team All-Conference after leading the Green Wave in multiple offensive categories and starting every game this season.
May 19, 2026
Rice Owls dominate Tulane in 10-6 victory
The Owls erupted early, built a comfortable lead, and held off a late Tulane rally to improve to 33-22 and lock a top-three seed in next week’s American Conference Baseball Championship.
May 16, 2026
Tulane and Rice Lock Horns in Final Regular‑Season Showdown
With the regular season winding down, Tulane's baseball squad faces Rice in a high‑stakes series that could shape both teams' postseason hopes.
May 13, 2026
American Conference Announces Weekly Baseball Honors
The conference recognized top pitchers and players for the latest week, highlighting dominant outings and offensive fireworks across member schools.
May 11, 2026