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Kelvin Sampson Shares Why Exactly Houston Has Become Such a Successful Program

The No. 2-seed Houston Cougars have dominated their way to the Sweet 16. After blowout wins against No. 15-seed Idaho and No. 10-seed Texas A&M, the Cougars will now face their toughest test yet against No.

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Houston's Unofficial Home Sweet 16 Continues to Make History

When University of Houston Athletics relinquished hosting for the 2026 NCAA South Regional to Rice University back in September, it was for a moment like this.

College Basketball News / HBCUs on SI / March 26

NCAA Sweet 16: Houston Cougars Confident in Culture, Chemistry, and Hometown Support

HOUSTON — When the No. 2-seeded Houston Cougars tip off against No. 3 Illinois at Toyota Center on Thursday night at 9:05 p.m. CT, they will be doing so in their own backyard — less than 3 miles from the main campus.

Emanuel Sharp News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 25

Emanuel Sharp Highlights Two Major Factors Ahead of Sweet 16

Throughout this week, select players for the No. 2-seed Houston Cougars have met with the media to discuss the program's Sweet 16 matchup against the No.

What To Watch For in Houston's Weekend Series vs. Baylor

Another week. Another opportunity. That’s the mindset that both the Houston Cougars and Baylor Bears have to have going into the weekend series when they face off against each other with similar records.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 25

Kelvin Sampson Reveals Houston's Critical Secret Weapon in the NCAA Tournament

The Houston Cougars have become one of the most well-known brands in college basketball and, more recently, have become synonymous with finding ways to achieve consistent success in the NCAA Tournament.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 24

This Houston Cougars Player's Showing vs. Texas A&M Was No Coincidence

The No. 2-seed Houston Cougars cruised to a Sweet 16 appearance after a dominant showing against the No. 10-seed Texas A&M Aggies. Four Cougars reached double figures, with several others delivering in key stretches that helped put the game away.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 24

Where Houston Cougars Rank Among Sweet 16 Teams

The Houston Cougars are back in the Sweet 16 for the seventh straight season. It's the longest active streak in the country and one of the longest in NCAA Tournament history.

College Basketball News / College Football News / March 24

Houston vs Illinois Prediction and Preview: NCAA Tournament Sweet 16

There’s the Houston we’ve been waiting for. The Cougars were good all season long, and the defense started to crank up the intensity late in the season, but they haven’t looked or played like the team that came achingly close to winning the national title last year.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 23

Kelvin Sampson Says Houston’s Defense Was Nothing Out of the Ordinary vs Texas A&M

Fresh off a commanding win over the No. 10-seed Texas A&M Aggies, the No. 2-seed Houston Cougars advanced to the Sweet 16 and met with the media, where head coach Kelvin Sampson, Emanuel Sharp, and Milos Uzan discussed another statement win during March Madness.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 23

Houston Star Kingston Flemings Shares His NBA Role Models

It's been the year of freshmen in college basketball this season. The Houston Cougars have significantly contributed to that with two freshman lottery picks in the starting lineup.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 23

3 Illinois Players Houston’s Defense Has To Shutdown

After a dominating performance by Houston basketball in the Round of 32, the Sweet Sixteen isn’t going to be a cake walk, as the Illinois basketball program is flying high after a 21-point victory over VCU.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 22

Houston Trolls Texas A&M After NCAA Tournament Domination

The No. 2 seed Houston Cougars fended off the No. 10 seed Texas A&M Aggies with ease in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday. Behind a strong showing from senior guard Emmanuel Sharp, the Cougars went on to win 88-57.

Houston vs Illinois Breakdown: 3 Ways the Cougars Can Beat the Fighting Illini

The Houston Cougars cruised their way into their seventh straight Sweet Sixteen appearance, getting to come back home and play at the Toyota Center as they try to get back to the national title game for the second year in a row.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 22

Kelvin Sampson Sends Message Ahead of Hometown Sweet 16 Appearance

Like clockwork, the Houston Cougars have made it past the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament. After dismantling the Texas A&M Aggies, they have booked a trip to the Sweet 16 for the sixth year in a row.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 22

Stats That Defined Houston’s Win Against Texas A&M

A complete team performance by Houston basketball got the program to escape Oklahoma City as one of the Sweet Sixteen schools that will stay in the big dance at the conclusion of the weekend.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 22

Houston Freshman Continues Strong March Madness Performance

The Houston Cougars will be heading to their seventh straight Sweet Sixteen appearance after another comfortable victory in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 21

3 Takeaways From Houston's Blowout Win Over Texas A&M in March Madness

Seven. Straight. Sweet 16s. How has such consistency been amassed in that time? It comes in three different things stressed by coach Kelvin Sampson in his 12-season tenure at Houston: Defense, rebounding, and clean basketball.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 21

Houston Rolls Into Sweet 16 With Blowout Win vs. Texas A&M

Houston basketball picked up a huge 88-57 win in the second round over the Texas A&M Aggies on Saturday evening in Oklahoma City. Texas A&M’s press wasn’t enough to faze Houston, and the Cougars asserted themselves on the boards, finishing with 15 more rebounds than the Aggies.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 21

How Kelvin Sampson's Core Values Shape Houston's Path in March Madness

The No. 2-seed Houston Cougars and the No. 10-seed Texas A&M Aggies will meet on Saturday afternoon for a Round of 32 matchup that can only be described as physical.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 21

Here is Houston's Path to Victory Against Texas A&M

Buckle up. It’s going to be a bumpy and physical matchup. Texas A&M basketball is on a business trip with hopes of getting back to College Station to practice on their home floor before heading south for the Sweet Sixteen.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 21

Film Study: Why Houston Will Beat Texas A&M In The NCAA Tournament

The Houston Cougars are coming off a dominant Round of 64 performance, defeating the Idaho Vandals 78-47 on Thursday night in Oklahoma City. Now, the Cougars will take on the Texas A&M in a rematch of when Houston defeated the Aggies 100-95 in the Round of 32 in 2024.