The Rice Owls volleyball team aims to maintain their successful run with two away games against East Carolina and Charlotte. This weekend’s matchups will take place in North Carolina, offering fans an exciting opportunity to support the Owls on the road.
Match Details
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Rice vs. East Carolina
Date: Friday, October 31
Time: 5 p.m. CT
Location: Minges Coliseum, Greenville, N.C.
Stream: ESPN+
Live Stats: Available on LiveStats
Series Record: Rice leads 10-2 (2-1 on the road) -
Rice vs. Charlotte
Date: Sunday, November 2
Time: 12 p.m. CT
Location: Halton Arena, Charlotte, N.C.
Stream: ESPN+
Live Stats: Available on LiveStats
Series Record: Rice leads 13-0 (4-0 on the road)
Recent Performance and Key Players
The Owls are currently enjoying a nine-match winning streak. This surge began following a thrilling reverse sweep against Tulsa. Key player Kaia Mateo has emerged as a significant contributor, recognized as the American Setter of the Week on October 27. She has also earned honorable mentions for three different American Conference Player of the Week awards.
Rice boasts a strong team presence, with six players ranked in the top 10 across various American Conference statistics. These categories include hitting percentage, kills, assists, digs, blocks, and points per set.
Upcoming Challenges
In their matchup against East Carolina, the Owls hold a favorable record and have historically performed well in Greenville. In their last encounter, Rice achieved a convincing 3-0 victory. Against Charlotte, Rice has yet to lose, showcasing a dominant 13-0 record and sweeping the Niners in several past matchups.
As the Owls prepare for these critical away games, fans are optimistic about their chances to continue their winning streak and assert their dominance in the conference.
