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Kelvin Sampson Gets Brutally Honest About NIL-Driven Tournaments

Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson isn’t here to play the media game or sell sunshine. When he was asked why his team is playing in the upcoming Players Era Festival, he gave an answer that was blunt, real, and probably echoed by a lot of coaches who just won’t say it out loud.

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Houston Cougars Set for Huge Recruiting Weekend Hosting TCU

The Houston Cougars are close to wrapping up an impressive 2025 season after a rough first year under Willie Fritz last season, winning just four games.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 21

Houston Cougars Secure Another Massive Basketball Commitment

Houston Cougars basketball is already beginning to assemble an elite squad for 2026. Currently ranked no. 2 this season with three top freshmen who were

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 21

Houston Cougars Scoring Finally Comes Alive in Comfortable Win vs. Rider

The Houston Cougars are flying fast to start the 2025-26 season, and to nobody's surprise, with the high level of young and veteran talent Kelvin Sampson has been able to build at Houston.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 21

The Good, Bad and Ugly From No. 2 Houston Cougars' Win Over Rider

In a quick return home from their first true marquee opponent test, the No. 2 Houston Cougars captured a blowout 91-45 win over the Rider Broncs at Fertitta Center on Thursday, in a collective effort all around from the active roster.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 21

No. 2 Houston pummels lowly Rider in dominant 46-point win

Kingston Flemings scored 18 points on 8-of-10 shooting to help No. 2 Houston roll to a 91-45 home victory over Rider in nonconference play on Thursday night.

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Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 20

Houston Now Has the No. 1 College Football Recruit in America

The Houston Cougars are coming down the final leg of what has already been a special 2025 season in just the second year under head coach Willie Fritz.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 20

Preview: No. 25 Houston Cougars vs TCU

No. 25 Houston Cougars football picks up action again after a productive bye week where UH cracked all the polls, including no. 23 in the CFP rankings.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 19

This Houston Cougars Defensive Unit Could be Poised for a Big Day vs TCU

The defense for the No.23 Houston Cougars has become one of the more exciting parts of the program this season. In his first year as defensive coordinator, Austin Armstrong has been instrumental in Houston's rise to the top half of the Big 12 in both passing and rushing defense.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 19

Houston Cougars Star Trio Keep Earning Top Recognitions

The Houston Cougars are perfect to start the 2025-26 season, which is a surprise to nobody with the track record the Cougars have had in recent memory and the immense amount of talent the Houston roster fosters.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Land Standout D-Line Commit for 2026 Class

The No.23 Houston Cougars continue to add to an already outstanding 2026 recruiting class. When head coach Willie Fritz took the job at Houston and said he would be placing an emphasis on local recruiting, it's safe to say he meant it.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Ranked No. 23 in Week 12 College Football Playoff Rankings

For the first time since 2021 and the first time in the coach Willie Fritz era, the Houston Cougars are ranked in the College Football Playoff selection committee rankings.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars Star Named Semifinalist For Prestigious Award

When the 2025 season first started for the Houston Cougars, there were a lot of fresh faces that fans would need to get to know. Coach Willie Fritz attacked the transfer portal over the offseason and completely reimagined the Houston squad.

College Football News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

No. 25 Houston Faces TCU On Senior Day In Must-Win Matchup

Houston football is having a much better-than-expected season, sitting at 8-2, and the Cougars look to continue their great year against TCU on Saturday, Nov.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 18

Houston Cougars to Face Historic Programs in 2 Latest Bowl Game Predictions

The Houston Cougars will be well rested heading down the stretch after getting to enjoy their second bye week of the season over the weekend, after getting back on track two weeks ago with a road win over the UCF Knights.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Basketball Drop in AP Poll Despite Win

Houston Cougars basketball is coming off a thrilling win in Birmingham, Alabama, vs. no. 22 Auburn on Sunday, 73-72. Houston remains undefeated at 4-0

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Kelvin Sampson Speaks Highly of Houston's Freshman Class After Auburn Win

One of the things that separates Houston from other college basketball programs is its ability to find freshmen who can contribute to the team's success right away.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Make Their Way Back into the National Polls

The Houston Cougars got the chance to rest this weekend after getting back on track, coming out with a win on the road at the Acrisure Bounce House after securing 30-27 with a late made field goal from Ethan Sanchez and a game-sealing interception from Kentrell Webb.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Delivered Incredible Defensive Stand to Beat Auburn

No. 1 Houston Cougars basketball found a way to remain undefeated (4-0) in a tough environment as they squeak by no. 22 Auburn in Birmingham, Alabama,

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

What Happened Around the Big 12 During Houston’s Bye Week?

The Houston Cougars bye week may have come at the perfect time this season. Houston got its break with two games left in the season, giving the Cougars some time to get healthy before going into the most important stretch of the season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 17

Houston Cougars Might Get into CFP Top 25 Rankings After Bye Week

It was a good bye week for Houston Cougars football. UH is 8-2 and still has a chance to make the Big 12 Championship. While the Cougars rested this weekend and reloaded for two crucial in-state matchups coming up, some results went their way.

Houston Cougars News / NBA Draft on SI / November 16

Houston's Chris Cenac Jr. Puts Up Big Numbers in Win Over Auburn

The Houston Cougars are off to a hot 4-0 start after a 73-72 win over No. 22 Auburn today. The No. 1 team in the country is continuing its trend of playing elite defense while doing enough to win on the offensive end.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / November 16

No. 1 Houston Cougars Survive Thriller vs. No. 22 Auburn

Freshman guard Kingston Flemings shined in Houston’s 73-72 victory over the Auburn Tigers on Sunday afternoon inside Legacy Arena, in Birmingham, Ala. Flemings led the team with 22 points, including 18 in the first half, and he carried Houston to a tough win over a solid Auburn team.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 16

Houston overcomes poor shooting for win over Auburn

No. 1 Houston overcomes poor shooting for win over No. 22 Auburn

The energy and thrilling finish matched that of a good portion of the NFL games on Sunday, and it was ultimately Houston that came away with a 73-72 win.

No. 2 Purdue routs Akron

Alex Condon's 19 points help No. 10 Florida hand Miami first loss

Indiana offense held in check in narrow win over Incarnate Word

Sarah Strong stuffs stat sheet as No. 1 UConn drubs Ohio State

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Houston Cougars News / Field Level Media / November 13

New No. 1 Houston embarrasses Oakland in dominant win

No. 1 Houston's top three scorers finished with more combined points than the entire opposing team in Wednesday night's 78-45 beatdown of visiting Oakland.

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