Front-row seat to a thrilling triumph

Rice President Reginald DesRoches and his wife, University Associate Paula DesRoches, cheer on the men's basketball team Jan. 27 at Tudor Fieldhouse.
Rice President Reginald DesRoches and University Associate Paula DesRoches enjoy the action at Tudor Fieldhouse.
Rice President Reginald DesRoches and University Associate Paula DesRoches enjoy the action at Tudor Fieldhouse.

Rice President Reginald DesRoches and his wife, University Associate Paula DesRoches, provided courtside support for the Owls men's basketball team as it took on the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Jan. 26 at Tudor Fieldhouse. Rice extended its winning streak to four games by claiming a 65-63 victory thanks to two free throws by Quincy Olivari in the final seconds.

The streak was snapped in a 70-52 loss to the University of Alabama at Birmingham Jan. 28.

(Photos by Brandon Martin)

Rice basketball player Quincy Olivari makes a pass against Charlotte Jan. 26 at Tudor Fieldhouse.

Fans cheer during the Rice men's basketball game Jan. 26 against Charlotte at Tudor Fieldhouse.

A band member and a cheerleader enjoy the atmosphere during the Rice men's basketball game against Charlotte Jan. 26 at Tudor Fieldhouse.

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