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Houston Cougars Move Up in Week 6 AP Poll

With the Week 6 release of the AP Poll Top 25 on Monday, the Houston Cougars, now at 8-1 on the 2025-26 campaign after an 82-67 win over Florida State Saturday night at Toyota Center, moved up one spot to No.

Kevin Vickerson News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 8

Houston Cougars Included in Final 8 Schools for NFL Legacy Prospect

Even if the regular season has come to a close, the daily recruiting battle never ends for head coach Willie Fritz and the Houston Cougars. Once again, Fritz and his staff are competing for a top defensive-line recruit.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 8

How The Houston Cougars' Big 12 Opponents Have Been Faring Thus Far

Don’t look now, but the standings are starting to get fun. Collegiate basketball is officially underway, and the Houston Cougars are off to a tough slate

Houston Cougars News / New Baseball Media / December 8

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Houston

The 2025 Houston Cougars went 30-25 overall last season, as the school didn’t do enough to secure an NCAA Tournament berth. Houston went 12-17 in Big 12 play, and bowed out in the the postseason tournament after losing to TCU in May.

Houston Cougars News / HBCUs on SI / December 7

Women's Basketball: HBCU Southern Jaguars Shock Big 12's Houston Cougars

HOUSTON, TX — Southern continued its impressive run against Big 12 competition Sunday afternoon, knocking off Houston 70–62 at the Fertitta Center for its second straight victory over a Big 12 opponent this season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

Houston Cougars Officially Receive Exciting Matchup for Bowl Game

The Houston Cougars finished off a strong regular season with a 9-3 record in the second year under head coach Willie Fritz. Houston missed out on the College Football Playoff after failing to reach the Big 12 Championship but it was still a positive season for the Cougs.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

Here's Where The Houston Cougars Finished in the Final College Football Playoff Rankings

The Houston Cougars have been fully transformed by second-year head coach Willie Fritz, who engineered a complete turnaround of the Coogs program in just two years.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

Houston Cougars Battle Away Florida State's Strength in Win

After a three-game stretch in Las Vegas, the Houston Cougars finally returned home, and while not on their home court in the Fertitta Center, the Coogs returned back on to the hardwood in Houston at the Toyota Center for the Houston Hoops Showdown on Saturday night.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

Here's What Helped Houston Cougars Secure Win Over Florida State

On Friday night, the Houston Cougars moved to 8-1 on the season with an 82-67 win over the Florida State Seminoles in the Houston Hoops Showdown. Emanuel Sharp and Kingston Flemings were the stars of the show on offense for the Cougars.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

The Good, Bad and Ugly of Houston Cougars' Win Over Florida State

After a 10-day break from their 2-1 trip to the Players Era tournament in Las Vegas, the No. 8 Houston Cougars began the new homestand on a bright note with an 82-67 win over the Florida State Seminoles Saturday in the Houston Hoops Showdown at Toyota Center downtown.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 7

3 Takeaways From Houston Cougars' Win Over Florida State

Saturday night was business as usual for the No. 8 Houston Cougars, defeating the Florida State Seminoles 82-67 in front of what was basically a home crowd at the Toyota Center during the Houston Hoops Showdown.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 6

Even Kelvin Sampson Knows Keisean Henderson Is Going to be Special

The University of Houston football program has completely turned around over the past year, not just on the field but also in recruiting. While the No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 5

Houston Cougars Lose a Talented Safety in Flip to Wisconsin

While the Houston Cougars have built one of their best recruiting classes in recent memory, even Willie Fritz's program has seen some of their high school recruits flip their commitment.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 5

Houston Outfielder is a Top 50 Prospect in 2026 MLB Draft Rankings

Major League Baseball released its first official draft rankings list for the 2026 draft on Thursday in listing the top 100 prospects of the class, after a season that left scouts ready to circle back on notable profiles just gaining traction.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 5

Recapping Ups and Downs of Houston’s Regular Season

A little progress each day adds up to big results. For the Houston Cougars football program, that saying applies easily, as it was a roller coaster season

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 4

Houston Cougars Bowl Projections After Conclusion of Regular Season

Houston Cougars football completed the largest single-season turnaround among Power Four conference teams this season, going from a 4-8 record in 2024 to winning five more games for a 9-3 mark in 2025.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 4

Houston Football’s Top Portal Needs After National Signing Day

The Houston Cougars finished the regular season 9-3 overall, and they will play in a bowl game for the first time since the 2022 season. Houston carried over that momentum to national signing day, where they signed 17 recruits, and the Cougars are on the verge of signing their best class in program history.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 4

5 Under the Radar Houston Cougars Signings After Early Signing Day

The 2026 recruiting class for Houston Cougars football has been widely talked about in the city for months leading up to now. On Wednesday’s national early signing day, this class had some of its biggest names sign their letter of intent to play at Houston, such as the No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 3

Houston Cougars Close Early-Signing Day With One Of The Best Classes in Team History

In only his second year with the Houston Cougars, head coach Willie Fritz has the program finishing the season with a 9-3 record. One of the biggest changes that Houston has seen from the veteran coach is his ability to recruit at a high level.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 3

5 Impact Freshman Houston Welcome After Signing Period

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for college football programs. National Signing Day. There have been thousands of athletes from across the country

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 3

Houston Cougars Recruiting: 2026 Early Signing Day Class Superlatives

The Houston Cougars' 2026 recruiting class has gained significant traction to potentially build the program's brightest future ahead, featuring some late flips and high-probability commitment stays into the early national signing period.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / December 3

Where Houston Cougars Stand in First NET Rankings Release of Season

The first NCAA men's college basketball NET rankings of 2025-26 were released Monday following a multitude of resume-bolstering matchups during Feast Week, but what does that mean for the Houston Cougars?

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 25

Ja'Kobi Gillespie shines for No. 17 Tennessee in win over No. 3 Houston

The battle of unbeaten teams saw Tennessee come away with a hard-fought 76-73 win over Houston.

No. 14 St. John's gets in Players Era win column vs. Baylor

No. 15 Iowa State blows past Creighton to improve to 2-0 at Players Era

Henri Veesaar helps No. 16 Tar Heels defeat St. Bonaventure

John Mobley Jr., Ohio State overpower Mount St. Mary's

Kansas beats cold-shooting Syracuse for second win at Players Era

Kelvin Sampson 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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