All articles tagged with #houston cougars
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS Sports
Colorado's football team suffered a heavy 36-20 loss to Houston, highlighting challenges faced after losing key players Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, with the team struggling in multiple phases and facing a tough schedule ahead, raising questions about the program's future and rebuilding efforts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Denver Post
The Colorado Buffs, under Deion Sanders, suffered a 36-20 loss to Houston, revealing significant issues in their defense and offensive line, and highlighting their overall softness and lack of talent compared to their opponents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deseret News
Houston head coach Willie Fritz praised the atmosphere at BYU's LaVell Edwards Stadium despite his team's 30-18 loss in their regular season finale. Fritz, in his first year with Houston, acknowledged the challenges of the Big 12 Conference and emphasized the need for improvement in recruiting and coaching staff. Despite a 4-8 season, Fritz commended his team's perseverance and effort throughout the year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Texas Longhorns added three new players from the transfer portal but lost two key players, causing them to fall to No. 26 in the latest college basketball rankings. Meanwhile, Houston Cougars remain at the top of the rankings with a strong roster for the upcoming season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
The Houston Cougars lost 54-51 to the Duke Blue Devils in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, with guard Jamal Shead, their "heart and soul," sidelined due to a badly sprained ankle. Despite a valiant effort, the Cougars couldn't overcome Shead's absence, as head coach Kelvin Sampson lamented the loss of their top player, emphasizing Shead's leadership and impact on the team. Duke capitalized on the opportunity, while Houston's bid for a national title came to an end.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Houston Cougars' star guard Jamal Shead suffered a badly sprained right ankle in the first half of the Sweet 16 game against Duke, with X-rays coming back negative. Despite attempting to return with his ankle retaped, Shead was unable to continue playing and watched from the bench as Houston lost 54-51. Shead, the Big 12 player of the year and a first-team All-American, played 13 minutes and scored two points before the injury.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Houston walk-on Ryan Elvin stepped up in overtime after multiple starters fouled out, helping secure a critical free throw that contributed to the Cougars' 100-95 victory over Texas A&M in the NCAA Tournament. Elvin's journey, marked by personal loss and dedication, reflects his integral role within the Houston basketball family, despite limited playing time. His resilience and work ethic have earned him respect and admiration from teammates and coaches, and he continues to be ready to contribute when called upon, exemplifying the spirit of never giving up.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Houston's overtime win against Texas A&M showcased the program's toughness as senior walk-on Ryan Elvin, who had played sparingly all season, made a crucial free throw in the final seconds of overtime to secure a 100-95 victory. Despite multiple fouls and players fouling out, Houston's resilience and culture of toughness propelled them to the Sweet 16 for the fourth consecutive postseason, where they will face Duke. The win was a testament to the team's unity and determination, with players stepping up in the face of adversity, including Elvin, who has been a dedicated member of the team despite limited playing time.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
No. 1 seeded Houston Cougars narrowly escaped an upset from No. 9 seed Texas A&M Aggies in the men’s March Madness, winning 100-95 in overtime after a dramatic buzzer-beating three-pointer from the Aggies forced the extra period. Houston's victory sets up the Sweet 16 matchups, with all eight teams seeded 1 and 2 advancing, including Houston facing off against No. 4 Duke in the next round.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The Texas A&M Aggies faced off against the Houston Cougars in a basketball game, with the Cougars leading 48-45 in the second half. The game saw several lead changes and key plays from players such as L.J. Cryer and Wade Taylor IV, with both teams displaying strong offensive and defensive efforts.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
In a thrilling NCAA tournament game, the top-seeded Houston Cougars survived a late rally by the Texas A&M Aggies to win 100-95 in overtime. Houston blew a double-digit lead in the final minutes of regulation, but managed to hold on for the victory despite four starters fouling out. The Aggies forced overtime with a buzzer-beating 3-pointer, but ultimately fell short. Houston's offense shone with three players scoring 20 points or more, while Texas A&M's Wade Taylor struggled with his shooting. The win advances Houston to the Sweet 16 showdown with Duke, while Texas A&M's season comes to an end.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The Houston Cougars will face the Texas A&M Aggies in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at 8:40 p.m. ET on Sunday at FedExForum. Houston is a 9.5-point favorite, coming off a strong win against Longwood, while Texas A&M secured a victory over Nebraska. With a 31-4 record, Houston aims to repeat their success against Texas A&M, who currently holds a 21-14 record. The game can be watched on TNT or via online streaming, and the ticket cost is $13.00.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Chat Place
The Texas A&M Aggies will face the Houston Cougars in the college basketball NCAA Tournament Second Round. With the Cougars favored to win, their strong defensive play is expected to challenge Texas A&M's offensive performance, making Houston the preferred pick for this game according to Chris Ruffolo.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by On3.com
The NCAA Tournament brackets have been released, with UConn, Houston, Purdue, and UNC as the top seeds. Parity in college basketball this year has led to questions about potential champions. Teams like Tennessee and Arizona have the firepower but face challenges. Houston, Purdue, and UConn are favored to win, with UConn as the defending champion. Other contenders include UNC, Auburn, Iowa State, and Marquette, each with their own strengths and challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The No. 1 Houston Cougars are set to face the No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks in a Big 12 showdown, with ESPN predicting a 91.2% chance of Houston winning. Analysts suggest the over on a 136-point total, citing both teams' strong defensive efficiency. Houston is favored to win and cover the spread, with a -8.5 point line, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN and available for streaming on ESPN+ and Fubo.