In Thursday's non-league match, the Rice Bulldogs (Rice, TX) volleyball squad overcame the host Hubbard Jaguars (Hubbard, TX), by a count of 2-0.

Next up, the Bulldogs battle the Malakoff Tigers (Malakoff, TX) in a non-league match, on Friday, August 29. Rice will attempt to move on its 9-8 season record. The Tigers enter the match with a 17-4 record after their 2-1 non-league win over Non Varsity Opponent (, ).

The Jaguars (1-11) will now prepare for their match against Bruceville-Eddy (Eddy, TX). The Eagles go into the non-league battle with a 3-8 record.