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Reuters
21-05-2025
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- Reuters
Ole Miss lands former Rice QB Shawqi Itraish
May 21 - Rice transfer quarterback Shawqi Itraish committed to Ole Miss on Wednesday. The former 3-star recruit threw for 216 total yards and six interceptions in eight career games at Rice in 2022 and 2023. He did not throw a pass for the Owls in 2024. He joins Oklahoma State transfer QB Maealiuaki Smith, who committed to the Rebels earlier in the offseason. --Field Level Media
Yahoo
21-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Major College Football Program Lands Third Transfer Portal QB
The transfer portal continues to be an evolving aspect of college football, with many programs using it as an extremely valuable option when trying to put together a roster of talented players. One team that's been especially active is the Ole Miss Rebels, led by a head coach who has received a total of 32 commitments this offseason for a group that ranks No. 2 in the SEC and No. 3 in the nation, per On3. Advertisement Despite much of the movement surrounding the portal starting to cool down, they made another addition on Wednesday in the form of quarterback Shawqi Itraish, who has been with the Rice Owls since 2022. As Pete Nakos of On3 also reports, this marks the third quarterback that Ole Miss has added through the portal during the spring cycle, joining Maealiuaki Smith and Trinidad Chambliss. During his time with Rice, Itraish's role has been extremely limited, appearing in just eight games and completing 24-of-45 passes for 216 yards, zero touchdowns, six interceptions and a 67 passing efficiency rating. Advertisement Coming out of high school in the 2022 recruiting class, he didn't receive much attention from top programs as On3 Industry Rankings placed him as a three-star recruit, the No. 105 quarterback and the No. 1,580 player in the nation. Former Rice Owls quarterback Shawqi Itraish, now with the Ole Miss Rebels. Sean Thomas-Imagn Images However, based on his past performance and lack of experience, it's not expected that Itraish will be joining Ole Miss with the idea of seeing much playing time and will rather fill in as a backup. That's especially true considering that former four-star recruit in the class of 2023, Austin Simmons, is expected to be the Rebels' starter to open the season. Related: Georgia, Kirby Smart Receive Big Update on Nation's No. 1 Recruit
Fox News
11-05-2025
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- Fox News
Gabe Taylor, brother of the late Sean Taylor, attends Commanders rookie camp
Gabe Taylor, the younger brother of late Washington safety Sean Taylor, is attending Commanders rookie camp on a tryout. The Commanders announced their camp roster on Friday. Taylor, a defensive back who played five seasons at Rice, went undrafted last month. He was impressive at the Owls' pro day last month, running 40-yard dash times between 4.38 and 4.44 seconds. The agency that represents him said Taylor picked Washington after receiving multiple offers because he grew up wanting to play for the team. "I had to take a moment, take a deep breath. I just looked at the helmet," Taylor said, per ESPN. "I've been watching the Washington Commanders all my life. I could have gone somewhere else, but I chose here for a reason. Hopefully I get to put it on again and continue forward with them." Sean Taylor died in November 2007 at age 24 from a gunshot wound after being shot in the upper thigh by an intruder in his Miami home. Taylor was the fifth pick in the 2004 NFL Draft and played three and a half seasons with Washington before being killed. Gabe Taylor was only six years old when Sean passed. "It meant everything," Taylor said, per ESPN. "My dad was likem 'I want you at the Commanders. I want you at the Commanders so bad.' I really wanted to come here too. I took a couple days, that's why I didn't say nothing after the draft. I just wanted to pray on it, and at the end of the day, it was my decision. "I'm very versatile. I'm not someone who is scared to put my hand in when I'm in the box. I can guard the slot. I can play zone,. I just thank God for the opportunity He gave me, and hopefully I show the team that I can come in and contribute in any way."
Yahoo
11-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Seton Hall basketball adds Jacob Dar, transfer wing from Rice
The Seton Hall basketball program's search for shooters – probably the priciest attribute on the free-agent market, along with rim protectors – has landed one in the transfer portal. Jacob Dar, a wing who played at Rice this past season, committed to the Pirates. Advertisement Here are three things to know about the 6-foot-7 junior. Nov 9, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Rice Owls guard Jacob Dar (5) controls the ball as Florida State Seminoles guard Daquan Davis (5) defends during the first half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images 1. He came on strong this past season Making his Division I debut with Rice in 2024-25, Dar averaged 7.5 points and 3.7 rebounds in 19.8 minutes per game, shooting .406 from the field, .370 from 3-point range and .746 from the free-throw line. However, he came on strong in American Athletic Conference action, moving into the starting lineup and averaging 10.4 points and 4.2 boards while shooting 41.3 percent from 3-point range in AAC games. That ranked fifth in the league in 3-point percentage. In a 3-point loss to Memphis in February, Dar posted 17 points on 4-of-10 shooting (including 3-of-5 from deep), grabbed eight rebounds (five offensive) and blocked three shots. The effort caught the attention of Tigers coach Penny Hardaway, who recruited him this offseason. Advertisement Against North Texas, the AAC's second-place squad, Dar tallied 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting and grabbed eight boards (four offensive). Against third-place UAB he racked up 24 points on 9-of-12 shooting (including 4-of-7 from deep) to go along with six boards, two assists and two blocks. Rice finished 13-19 overall and 4-14 in the American Athletic Conference. Feb 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Rice Owls guard Jacob Dar (5) shoots the ball against the Memphis Tigers during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images 2. He's taken a long road here Dar was born in South Sudan and came to the United States at age 2. He was raised in Utah and Nebraska and attended Freedom Christian Academy in North Carolina. He's grown three inches since his sophomore year of high school. Advertisement Over two years of Division 2 ball with Emory & Henry University in Virginia, including a truncated freshman season when he was limited to 10 games due to an injury, he shot 45 percent from the field, 35.6 percent from 3-point range and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. He also made the college's honor roll both years and received an academic achievement award as a sophomore. Rice listed Dar as a junior; it's unclear if he can gain an extra year of eligibility due to his injury as a freshman. 3. He was heavily recruited in the portal Memphis had him on campus for a visit, and Gonzaga, West Virginia and Minnesota were among the notable programs that reached out to him. Hall head coach Shaheen Holloway was the Pirates' lead recruiter on this one. Advertisement A reported 7-foot wingspan coupled with vertical explosion (he had 19 blocks and 16 dunks in 2024-25) added to the allure. Seton Hall's projected 2025-26 depth chart Guards (4): Budd Clark, TJ Simpkins, A.J. Staton-McCray, Jahseem Felton. Wings (3): Elijah Fisher, Jacob Dar, Joshua Rivera Bigs (2): Godswill Erheriene, Stephon Payne. Jerry Carino has covered the New Jersey sports scene since 1996 and the college basketball beat since 2003. Contact him at jcarino@ This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Seton Hall basketball adds Jacob Dar, transfer wing from Rice
Washington Post
11-03-2025
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- Washington Post
Rice Owls take on the Charlotte 49ers in AAC Tournament
Charlotte 49ers (10-21, 3-15 AAC) vs. Rice Owls (13-18, 4-14 AAC) Denton, Texas; Wednesday, 1 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Rice plays in the AAC Tournament against Charlotte. The Owls are 4-14 against AAC opponents and 9-4 in non-conference play. Rice ranks third in the AAC with 10.5 offensive rebounds per game led by Caden Powell averaging 3.1.
