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Owl Bowl X

Owl Bowl X | Rice Business Charity Flag Football Tournament

Owl Bowl is Rice Business’s annual charity flag football tournament and one of the school’s most beloved traditions. Now in its 10th year, Owl Bowl brings together students from all Rice Business MBA programsFull-Time, Professional, Executive, Hybrid and Online—along with alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and family for a day of competition, community, and giving back.

This year marks a major milestone. For the first time ever, Owl Bowl will be played in the Rice Football Stadium, giving the event a true game-day atmosphere and making this year’s tournament bigger and more exciting than ever.

📅 Sunday, April 26, 2026

Owl Bowl is more than a tournament—it’s an experience. It’s where classmates connect outside the classroom, where school pride comes alive, and where memories are made that last long after graduation. Whether competing on the field or cheering from the stands, everyone plays a role in what makes Owl Bowl special.

In addition to the competition, Owl Bowl is about giving back. Each year, the Rice Business community rallies around meaningful initiatives, turning school spirit into real impact.

Team captain responsible for submitting their team registration no later than March 1.

Team captains should submit all player waivers to Owl Bowl Committee member by March 1. Lack of waiver completion will result in an inability to play.

For many Rice MBAs, Owl Bowl is among the highlights of their MBA experience because it is an opportunity to socialize and compete with classmates outside of the classroom, as well as give back to the Rice Business Community.

Bring the Family: There will be other activities and games going on throughout the day. Come watch teams participate, cheer on your classmates and enjoy what Dean Andrews has promised to be amazing weather. 

Owl Bowl is a highlight of the program and a defining part of the Rice Business experience. We invite you to join us, bring your energy, and be part of this milestone year.  This may be the most memorable thing you do during your Rice MBA.

Please contact kate.rivardo@rice.edu if you have any questions. 

Owl Bowl X Registration

This form is to facilitate payment for the Owl Bowl X on April 26, 2026. This payment is your team registration and tickets for the event. The team registration fee is $500 and tickets to attend are $10. There will be no refunds given and no tax write-offs offered for this fee.

If you would like to be a sponsor of the event, please email kate.rivardo@rice.edu for more details.

If you would like to donate to the event, independently of the $500 team registration fee, please submit payment via donation link. If you have questions about how your donations will support the Owl Bowl, please email kate.rivardo@rice.edu.