Rice baseball is set to face Charlotte in a key three-game series this weekend, as part of their fourth round of American Conference play. The games are scheduled for Friday at 5:05 PM, Saturday at 3:05 PM, and Sunday at 12:05 PM. J.P. Heath will provide live commentary via RiceOwls.com and the Varsity Network app.

By the Numbers
  • Rice is 25-38 in two-plus seasons in the American Conference.
  • The Owls have an 8-8 record on the road, tied for the second-most wins in the American.
Yes, But

Despite their competitive performance, Rice has struggled on the road historically, with a 9-21 record in recent conference games away from home.

State of Play
  • The Owls lead the all-time series against Charlotte 16-15, though they've lost nine of the last 12 matchups.
  • Rice has outscored opponents 32-16 in the first inning this season, with a high run differential of +16.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the series against Charlotte will be crucial for Rice to improve their conference standings and recover from past matchup deficiencies.

Bottom Line

For Rice to succeed this weekend, strong early innings and solid pitching performances will be essential to seize momentum and secure victories against Charlotte.