Sports

The Fifth Quarter: Rice, Big 12 a perfect match

In what has come as a shock to many, including myself, Rice finds itself as one of the final 11 universities under consideration for Big 12 expansion. The Big 12 Conference, which ironically has 10 teams, has expressed interest in expanding to 12 or 14 teams, and Rice could be one of the newest members of the conference. I have heard arguments as to why we should not join, and the concerns are legitimate: We do not have the fan support, we will have to deal with losing seasons, et cetera.

The Final Kauntdown: Rice does not belong among giants of Big 12

For the first time in years, Rice sports are in the national spotlight. The Big 12 Conference is looking to add two more institutions, and Rice is one of 11 universities being considered for membership.

Vollyball captain Mikesky thriving in new home

As a 16-year-old high school standout, senior captain Leah Mikesky committed to play volleyball at Florida State University.

Football crushed by WKU on opening night

Led by 517 passing yards from junior quarterback Mike White, reigning Conference USA champion Western Kentucky University torched the Rice football team 46-14 in the opening game of the season for both teams. The Owls gave up points almost as soon as the game began.

Soccer offense shines as Rice finishes undefeated weekend

Rice soccer appears to be on a mission to abolish 0-0 draws. Four games into the 2016 soccer season, the Owls have scored 11 goals on their way to a 2-1-1 record.

Rice Football 2016 Previews & Predictions

Volleyball hoping to rebound from frustrating end to 2015 season

Last season, the Rice volleyball team was soaring. After sweeping the University of Southern Mississippi, the Owls were 17-8 and were preparing for a home match against No. 22 Western Kentucky University.

Thresher football season previews and predictions

Football season begins Thursday night for the Rice Owls, and that means it is time for the first annual Thresher Sports game-by-game predictions.

Football leaning on senior leaders in quest to return to bowl game

As the Rice University football team looks forward to the fast-approaching 2016 season, it does so with the usual goals for the season: Compete for a Conference USA title, play in a quality postseason bowl game and finish the year as a top-25 team.

Isokpunwu looking to close standout Rice career with strong senior season

Senior defender Jasmine Isokpunwu played in all but one of the Rice soccer team’s games last season, totaling 1,754 minutes over a span of 19 games, all as a starter.

Baseball prioritizing education in trip to Cuba

At one of the many dinners for Luis Duno-Gottberg, Associate Professor of Caribbean and Film Studies at Rice, the conversation between him and his company turned to his years of experience taking students on trips to Cuba.

Soccer opens season with loss to A&M

The 2016 season is officially underway for the Rice Owls women's soccer team. Rice is returning seven of 11 starters from the 2015 squad and is welcoming six freshmen.

Torque thrives under the radar

In 2016, a Rice sports team came within inches of winning its third straight national championship.

Football enters new season in new home​

As the Rice University football team prepares for the 2016 season, they will do so in the $31.5 million Brian Patterson Sports Performance Complex, a new facility that opened this summer.

Rice makes its case to join Big 12

Twenty years after a breakup with its Southwest Conference compatriots, Rice is pleading with them to get back together.

The Final Kauntdown: 2003 National champions a tough act to follow

The flag in left field flies every night; its end beginning to fray. The words on its bright white background — “2003 National Champions” — commemorate the greatest achievement in the history of Rice Athletics.

Tennis enters C-USA tournament as no. 1 seed

The Rice men’s tennis team began the season ranked No. 58 in the country. Over the course of their winningest season in 12 years, however, the Owls have moved all the way up to No. 26 and entered the Conference USA tournament as the top seed.

The Final Kauntdown: Baseball team has improved in all phases of the game

At the beginning of the season, the Rice baseball team looked like it was destined for an unspectacular year.

Kidd's Corner: Baseball players learn lessons beyond the game

Paul Damon Thames received the 1998 ABCA National Player of the Year Award and smacked 60 career doubles before he became a ninth round draft pick of the St.

Lang wins C-USA Spirit of Service Award

Women’s basketball senior forward Alyssa Lang logged heavy minutes for the Owls this season, playing 26 minutes per game and averaging 5.1 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.