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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Rice Owls Basketball News Today delivers daily coverage of the Rice Owls basketball program with fast, focused updates on game results, player performances, injuries, recruiting, and key storylines. From conference play to postseason opportunities, the show keeps fans locked in on everything happening in Houston.Each short episode highlights what matters most—including standout performances, season trends, and postseason implications—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and clarity. Part of The Daily News Now network, Rice Owls Basketball News Today is built for fans who want reliable Owls coverage every single day.Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai

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  Rice Volleyball Dominates Home Debut | Rice Owls Basketball News

  Sep 13, 20262 min

  Rice volleyball is heating up for their first home tournament, the Rice Invitational I, with a stellar 4-0 record and national recognition on the rise. They’ll face McNeese State — whom they’ve dominated 11-1 in history — and Illinois, marking their first home matchup against the Illini since 2005. The Owls kicked off their season with a bang, sweeping wins over top-tier opponents and earning weekly honors for three standout players. With coach Genny Volpe in her 23rd season and the team receiving AVCA votes, Rice is building serious momentum — and they’re not backing down, as next month’s Invitational II will feature Creighton, Louisville, and UNI. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://riceowls.com/news/2026/9/3/womens-volleyball-rice-volleyball-to-host-rice-invitational-i More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb34eb1e3deaf5fd Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Rice Owls Face Top Rivals in Tough Stretch | Rice Owls Basketball News

  Sep 13, 20261 min

  Rice Owls women’s soccer heads into a brutal road stretch, facing 17th-ranked Texas State Thursday and reigning national champs Florida State Sunday. After a tough loss to No. 3 Vanderbilt (3-1), Valentina Labuschagne netted her second career goal with assists from Kapadia and Brumlow. Team recognition is soaring too: Kirsten Ruf earns Goalkeeper of the Week for a shutout and first assist, while Lauren Pickup gets honorable mention for two goals. Rice holds a slight edge in the all-time series against Texas State (7-3-2) and celebrates 25 years of program history this season — ranked third in preseason polls with three players on the American Preseason Watch List. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://riceowls.com/news/2026/9/2/womens-soccer-owls-travel-for-pair-of-ranked-road-games More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e97ac765b5818f22 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Rice Owls Rally Past Tarleton | Rice Owls Basketball News

  Sep 13, 20261 min

  Rice Owls volleyball opens home season with a gritty 3-1 win over Tarleton State, rallying from a first-set loss thanks to standout performances from Sydnee Peterson (17 kills), Arissa Smith and Ashlyn Seay (10 kills each), and Stephanie Gutierrez’s career-high 7 blocks. Kaia Mateo led the offense with 26 assists and 17 digs for her third double-double. Coach Genny Volpe praised the middles’ consistency despite noting the team’s lackluster execution overall. Up next: Rice hosts McNeese State in the Rice Invitational on Friday night at 6 PM, streaming on ESPN+. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://riceowls.com/news/2026/9/2/womens-volleyball-owls-open-home-slate-with-win-over-tarleton-state More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5da4d97b5c07b4d9 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Rice Stadium’s Epic Game Day Upgrade | Rice Owls Basketball News

  Sep 13, 20262 min

  Rice Stadium is turning game days into full-blown festivals with major upgrades for the 2024 season. The revamped Tailgate Owley zone opens three hours early, featuring a live pregame show, food trucks, and a giant LED screen. The Owl Walk kicks off at 3:45 PM, followed by a live band starting at 4 PM. Kids get a fresh Sammy’s Zone with inflatables and face painting, while concessions offer budget bites like hot dogs for $4.99. The visual spectacle? A brand-new pyro show for the anthem and team entrance, plus fireworks launching from both end zones on every touchdown. New hype videos, fan cams, and a fresh hype man will keep energy soaring through all six home games. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://riceowls.com/news/2026/9/4/football-game-day-at-rice-stadium-what-to-look-for-in-2026 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb19bcb45c38ae27 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Rice Fights Back but Falls Short | Rice Owls Basketball News

  Sep 13, 20261 min

  Rice soccer battled valiantly against No. 17 Texas State despite playing most of the game shorthanded—down to nine players for the final 70 minutes—and still managed to score three goals, including a late-game heroics from Lauren Pickup. But Texas State capitalized on their numerical advantage, netting three goals in the final 20 minutes—including the dramatic winner in the last minute—to steal a 4-3 victory. Rice’s halftime lead was erased, and their record now sits at 1-3-2 as they prepare for another brutal test against reigning national champs Florida State this Sunday. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://riceowls.com/news/2026/9/4/womens-soccer-owls-fall-in-valiant-effort-at-no-17-texas-state More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/43ffdbbf52d14dab Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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