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Your official podcast of Rice Athletics! Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath chats with Owls coaches, student-athletes, and Director of Athletics Tommy McClelland.

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Vice President and Director of Athletics Tommy McClelland sits down with Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath in the season finale!

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3:30 - What Tommy will remember from this past year

5:30 - Jim Bevan goes out on a winning note more

Bixby Family Head Baseball Coach David Pierce recaps the 2026 season with Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath.

2:15 - Bittersweet ending to the season

4:10 - What led to being the most improved team in the nation

6:00 - Where did the guys start to click?... more

Rice Men's Track & Field Head Coach Jon Warren discusses notable performances at the American Conference Track & Field Meet in Denton. Women's Track & Field Head Coach Jim Bevan discusses another conference championship and his retirement from coachi... more

Owls Men's Golf Head Coach Justin Emil joins Voice of the Owls J.P. Heath. They recap the spring season and Coach Emil previews the upcoming regional.

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2:45 - Reaction to making the NCAA Athens Regional

3:45 - Scouting ou... more

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Jon Warren
Men's Track & Field Coach
Rice University
Episode: Hall of Fame Track & Field Coaches Jim Bevan and Jon Warren
Jim Bevan
Retiring women's Track & Field coach, Hall of Fame inductee
Rice University
Episode: Hall of Fame Track & Field Coaches Jim Bevan and Jon Warren
Justin Emil
Longtime golf coach at Rice University
Rice University, Men's Golf
Episode: Men's Golf Head Coach Justin Emil
JC Davis
Ows roster star featured guest
Rice Owls Baseball
Episode: Owls baseball talk: Associate HC Clay Van Hook & JC Davis
Joanne Berglund
Soon-to-be first-year Rice Women's Golf Coach
Rice University
Episode: New Women's Golf Head Coach Joanne Berglund
Elizabeth Schmidt
Head coach of Rice Women's Tennis
Rice University
Episode: CONFERENCE CHAMPS! Women's Tennis Head Coach Elizabeth Schmidt & Divna Ratkovic
Divna Ratkovic
Most Outstanding Player, Rice Women's Tennis
Rice University
Episode: CONFERENCE CHAMPS! Women's Tennis Head Coach Elizabeth Schmidt & Divna Ratkovic
Paul Smith
Avid athlete and Rice Owls baseball player, featured guest
Rice Owls Baseball
Episode: Bixby Family Head Baseball Coach David Pierce & Paul Smith
Garet Boehm
Rice Owls first baseman/DH
Rice University - Baseball
Episode: Bixby Family Head Baseball Coach David Pierce & Garet Boehm

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JP Heath
Voice of the Owls; primary on-air host and Rice Athletics media voice.
Scott Abell
Dunlevy Family Head Football Coach; long-time football program leader.

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Athletic Director Tommy McClelland: Year-In-Review
Q: What supports were highlighted for ensuring coaches remain focused on performance during transitions?
The AD highlights protecting players from uncertainty by communicating changes early and ensuring coaching changes do not disrupt the athletes' competitive focus, reinforcing stable leadership.
Athletic Director Tommy McClelland: Year-In-Review
Q: How does the Nike transition integrate with broader strategic goals for Rice athletics?
The transition is framed as a partnership with a global brand to offer expanded options for competition, training, apparel, and lifestyle, with concrete actions like a Nike starter kit for supporters and gear to mobilize fans.
Athletic Director Tommy McClelland: Year-In-Review
Q: What stood out about Coach Blackett as a hire and how did the process unfold?
The AD explains a thoughtful, multi-step evaluation process that began in September, involving input from trusted staff and iterative interviews, culminating in selecting Blackett for her proven track record and leadership potential.
Loss to #22 UNT | USF Preview | Happy Thanksgiving!
Q: What was the big turning point against North Texas?
The coach notes a start with two quick drives, the early 14-0 lead, and adjustments that built momentum, while acknowledging that they couldn't sustain those momentum swings consistently.
Football Signing Day Recap - GM Steven Jackson
Q: So what would be your message to potential recruits and their parents, hey, what do I have to do to get your attention?
To be recruited by Rice you must fit athletically, academically, and have the drive and character that aligns with the Rice family; the program looks for people who can help us compete and win championships while maintaining high values and integrity.

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This show centers on Rice Athletics, featuring conversations with coaches, student-athletes, and senior athletics leadership. Recent episodes highlight campus-scale developments like the Gateway Project and stadium modernization, in addition to on-field performance analyses, game-by-game reflections, and leadership journeys from walk-ons to team captains. A throughline is the integration of academics, athletics culture, and community engagement, with guests spanning head coaches, coordinators, and top players who share tactical insights, personal growth stories, and the realities of navigating college sports in a changing landscape. The format often combines performance recaps, program-wide updates, and forward-looking discussions about rec... more

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