Sat Mar 01 17:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Undefeated Vols Face Rice in Astros Foundation College Classic Showdown
**HOUSTON, TX** – The University of Tennessee Volunteers (3-0) will look to continue their winning streak on Saturday when they face Rice University (0-2) at 12:05 PM EST in the Astros Foundation College Classic. This marks Tennessee’s second game in the tournament, following their 5-2 victory over Oklahoma State on Friday.
Friday’s win saw four solo home runs and an RBI from Dean Curley propel the Vols to victory, while Liam Doyle’s seven-strikeout performance boosted his season total to 32.
Tennessee is expected to start Marcus Phillips on the mound against Rice, who suffered a 14-3 run-rule defeat at the hands of Mississippi State on Friday. While Rice’s lineup lacks the power of Oklahoma State’s, the undefeated Vols are still favored to secure another win. Phillips has impressed in his previous Saturday starts, demonstrating confidence both in his own pitching and his fielders.
First Piper 