Coaches Show Will Not Air This Week Oct 3, 2008
The University of Houston football team is off this weekend and will return to action Thursday, Oct. 9 against UAB.. The next Cougar Talk show will air on Wednesday, Oct. 15 from Irma's Southwest Grille at 1314 Texas @ Austin from 7-8 p.m. The show is aired on 790 AM the Sports Animal with Tom Franklin. (Uhcougars.com)
Parking Advisory Issued for UAB Football Game on Oct. 9 Oct 3, 2008
HOUSTON - As the University of Houston football game against Conference USA rival UAB on Oct. 9 draws closer, University officials released a parking advisory Thursday afternoon for fans planning to attend the game. The Cougars meet UAB at 7 p.m., Oct. 9 on John O'Quinn Field at Robertson Stadium. (Uhcougars.com)
Football's Jake Ebner Named Semifinalist for 2008 Draddy Trophy Oct 3, 2008
DALLAS--University of Houston football senior was named a semifinalist for the 2008 Draddy Trophy and NFF National Scholar-Athlete Award, announced by the National Football Foundation (NFF) on Wednesday. Ebner joins 163 other semifinalists for the trophy, which is presented by HealthSouth. (Uhcougars.com)
Baseball Begins Fall Practice Wednesday Oct 3, 2008
The fall practice schedule will culminate on Nov. 8 when the 2008 Cougar Baseball team receives their 2008 Conference USA Championship rings and will be honored at the Houston football game against Tulane. Leading the way offensively is junior centerfielder. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Practice Report Sep 25, 2008
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team continued preparations for its game against No. 23 East Carolina on Wednesday, hitting the UH practice fields for an hour and a half. It's a welcome return home for the Cougars, who had been displaced for more than a week due to Hurricane Ike. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Announces Plans for Unused, Paid Air Force Tickets Sep 23, 2008
HOUSTON - Fans of the University of Houston football team who were unable to use their tickets for the Air Force game last weekend due to Hurricane Ike have been offered options, director of athletics Dave Maggard announced Monday morning. Hurricane Ike forced the Cougars' scheduled home game against Air Force to be moved to Gerald J. Ford Stadium on the SMU campus in Dallas on Sept. 13. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Set to Meet Colorado State at 2:30 p.m. (CDT), Saturday Sep 20, 2008
- A day after returning from Dallas, the University of Houston football team hits the road again this weekend to meet Colorado State at 2:30 p.m. (Central), Saturday on Sonny Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium in its final non-conference game of the season. The Cougars come into the game on the heels of a disappointing 31-28 loss to Air Force at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on the SMU campus last weekend. (Uhcougars.com)
Cougar Talk Presented by Capital One to Air at 8 p.m., Wednesday on 950 AM KPRC Sep 19, 2008
HOUSTON - University of Houston football head coach will take part in his weekly radio show, beginning at 8 p.m., Wednesday, on 950 AM KPRC Sports Animal. However, due to the lingering effects of Hurricane Ike on the team's travel plans, the weekly show will not take place at Irma's Southwest Grille. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Game Against Colorado State Will Air on KPRC 950 AM Sep 19, 2008
HOUSTON--The University of Houston football game against Colorado State will be aired on KPRC 950 AM instead of 790 The Sports Animal, as a result from Hurricane Ike. The game against Colorado State begins at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in Colorado Springs, Colo. (Uhcougars.com)
Air Force takes on Houston in first-ever meeting between schools Sep 10, 2008
The state of Texas is well represented on the Houston football roster, as 87. 7 percent (93-106) of the roster is from the state. (Airforcesports.com)
Gameday Central Aug 29, 2008
Houston Football Images ... Recent Houston Football News. (Uhcougars.com)
Houston football: ‘We feel we have a target on our back’ Aug 25, 2008
Houston football: We feel we have a target on our back : Winona Daily News ... They helped take Houston football from a one-win team as freshmen to an undefeated regular season, a conference championship and a state playoff berth for the first time in 25 years last season ... Though Houston football hasn t been a winning club in recent history, the veteran group leading this team has always known success. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Football to Take Part in C-USA Football Media Blitz This Weekend Jul 19, 2008
HOUSTON - Head coach , senior tight end and senior defensive end will represent the University of Houston Football team this weekend during the C-USA Football Media Blitz presented by AutoZone and the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. The trio will discuss the 2008 season with a wide range of media representatives from across the country, beginning Sunday morning at The Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tenn. (Uhcougars.com)
Football to Appear on Television Four Times in 2008 Jul 18, 2008
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team will compete in front of a television audience at least four times during the 2008 season, the Conference USA office announced Thursday morning ... Additional Houston football television exposures remain a possibility and will be released once they are finalized. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Picked Second in West in C-USA Coaches' Preseason Poll Jul 17, 2008
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team was picked to finish second in the West Division by the Conference USA head coaches in their annual Preseason Poll, released by the league office Wednesday afternoon. The Cougars earned 59 points in the preseason poll, 13 behind the 72 points of Tulsa, which was a unanimous selection by the coaches to win the West Division. (Uhcougars.com)
Kevin Sumlin to Speak at Touchdown Club of Houston UH Day Jul 2, 2008
HOUSTON - University of Houston football head coach will offer insights into the upcoming season when he speaks at The Touchdown Club of Houston UH Day presented by Frenchy's Chicken at noon, July 24 at the JW Marriott (5151 Westheimer). Tickets for the luncheon are $45 each. (Uhcougars.com)
Date, venue set for 2008 UIL 5A football finals Jun 26, 2008
9 million square-foot Reliant Stadium replaced the aging Astrodome as the home of Houston football and boasts a seating capacity of 71,500. Houston Community Newspapers Online 2008. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Flakes chosen for June 7 Bayou Bowl Apr 14, 2008
The idea for the Bayou Bowl originated in 2002 with officers of the Baytown/West Chambers County Economic Development Foundation, the president of the Baytown Chamber of Commerce, the incoming chairman of the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association, and a local banker from Amegy Bank in Baytown. The Bayou Bowl is affiliated with Shriners Hospitals for Children with net proceeds going to this worthwhile charity. (North Channel Sun, TX)
Scrimmage Insider: Quarterbacks Shine Apr 6, 2008
HOUSTON- The 2008 version of the University of Houston football team is taking shape. And although the finished product isn't yet complete, fans should expect an electrifying offense blended with a fast and hard-hitting defense when the Cougars hit the field to take on Southern on John O'Quinn Field at Robertson Stadium, Aug. 30. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Spring Practice Report Apr 5, 2008
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team continued spring practice on Friday, hitting the practice field in shorts and shoulder pads as the Cougars got one last workout in before Saturday's scrimmage at Robertson Stadium. Head Coach ran a spirited practice through a light rain and cool temperatures as he prepped his team for Saturday's intrasquad scrimmage, which is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. and will be open to the public. (Uhcougars.com)
Cougar Spring Football Set To Resume Mar 25, 2008
HOUSTON, Texas - After taking the week off for Spring Break, the University of Houston football team returns to spring drills tomorrow afternoon on the UH practice fields beginning at 4:15 pm. The practices are closed to the public. (Uhcougars.com)
Arlington defenders a physical pair Feb 13, 2008
Houston Cougars: CougarsDen. Football Recruit Search. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
Football Holds Workout Inside on Wednesday Morning Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team held its final practice Wednesday afternoon in preparations for the 2007 Texas Bowl against TCU on Friday at Reliant Stadium. Rain moved through the Houston area Thursday morning, forcing the team inside the Yeoman Fieldhouse. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Begins Game-Week Preps for 2007 Texas Bowl Showdown vs. TCU Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON - Fresh off a five-day break, the University of Houston football team returned to work Sunday afternoon with a solid workout on the UH practice fields. After position meetings and sessions in the Elmer Redd Strength tioning Center, the players worked out in full pads for a little over an hour under clear skies and cold temperatures. (Uhcougars.com)
Football's Late Rally Comes Up Short At Texas Bowl Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team had a late rally come up short and dropped a 20-13 decision to TCU in the 2007 Texas Bowl, Friday at Reliant Stadium. Houston (8-5) pulled within seven after a 32-yard field goal from with 1:57 left in the game. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Ready to Go at 2007 Texas Bowl Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON - After more than a month since its last game, the University of Houston football team wrapped up preparations for Friday's game against TCU during the Texas Bowl at Reliant Stadium. During its busiest day of bowl preparations, the Cougar players enjoyed their lightest workout of the week. (Uhcougars.com)
Bowl Week Continues for the Cougars Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON, Texas - On a Chamber of Commerce day the University of Houston football team continued its bowl preparation with a spirited workout for an hour-and-a-half earlier in the day. The Cougars will take on TCU in the Texas Bowl on Friday, December 28 at Reliant Stadium. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Enjoys Solid Workout on Christmas Morning Dec 30, 2007
HOUSTON - Despite the Christmas holiday, it was another day on the job for the University of Houston football team Tuesday as it continues to prepare for Friday's Texas Bowl showdown against TCU.. Working out in shorts and shoulder pads, the Cougars practiced for about an hour under clear blue skies and cool temperatures late Christmas morning at the UH practice fields. (Uhcougars.com)
Season Statistics Dec 30, 2007
Official Athletic Site of the University of Houston - Football. 2007 Houston Cougars Football. (Uhcougars.com)
Texas showdown, as Cougars take on Horned Frogs Dec 29, 2007
Next year, there will be a new dawn in Houston football lore, as former Oklahoma assistant Kevin Sumlin, who was hired on December 14th, will be the new head football coach. Sumlin also represents the first African-American to be tabbed a head coach in the state of Texas. (FOX23.com, OK)
CoogFans' 2007 Texas Bowl Preview Dec 23, 2007
By CoogFans' Special ContributorDate: Dec 22, 2007 With its acceptance of an invitation to the Texas Bowl, the University of Houston football team will give its fans their fourth such experience in five years when they play the Horned Frogs of Texas Christian University on December 28th at Reliant Stadium. to read the rest of this story. (CoogFans.com)
Sumlin\'s the man Dec 16, 2007
Houston Football Recruiting. Highest Rated Commitments/Signees. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
Houston football eyes next level with Sumlin at the helm Dec 15, 2007
NEWS AND INFORMATION. Buy and sell tickets to premium and sold out events. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bowl Central Dec 3, 2007
Latest Houston Football News ... Houston Football Schedule ts. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Wraps Up Regular Season on Saturday Nov 24, 2007
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team wraps up its 2007 regular season this weekend as it plays host to Texas Southern. The Cougars will honor their 17 seniors as part of Senior Day activities prior to the game. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Knocks Off Marshall 35-28 On Homecoming Nov 18, 2007
HOUSTON - A 62-yard touchdown pass to tight end with 4:22 left in the fourth quarter sealed a 35-28 Homecoming win for the University of Houston football team Saturday on John O. Quinn Field at Robertson Stadium. The Cougars (7-4, 6-2 Conference USA) withstood a late Marshall rally and had a bit of luck as Marshall (2-9, 2-5 C-USA) had an onside kick attempt go out of bounds with just over two minutes left. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Luncheon Press Conference Quotes Nov 14, 2007
Quotes from University of Houston Football Press Conference Tuesday, November 16, 2007 * Houston, Texas * Athletics/Alumni Center. HEAD COACH On the Tulsa game: "Reflecting on Saturday, we got our lips punched. That's not pleasant and not what we expected but how we respond to it will determine what type of men we are. I'm very thankful for the opportunity we have Saturday. I know how we're going to respond, we've got a job to do and we're going to go do it.". (Uhcougars.com)
Gameday Guide Nov 13, 2007
Official Athletic Site of the University of Houston - Football. This page has been created to assist our fans. (Uhcougars.com)
Jake Ebner Named ESPN The Magazine First Team Academic All-District Six Nov 13, 2007
It is the second consecutive year a Houston football player has earned first team accolades. The Academic All-America Teams program honors 816 male and female student-athletes annually who have succeeded at the highest level on the playing field and in the classroom. (Uhcougars.com)
Football to Meet Tulsa at 2 p.m., Saturday, in Key C-USA West Division Showdown Nov 13, 2007
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team will compete in its biggest game of the 2007 season this weekend when it faces Conference USA rival Tulsa at 2 p.m., Saturday at H.A. Chapman Stadium in Tulsa, Okla. The game features the top two teams in the C-USA West Division. (Uhcougars.com)
Dynamo return to title game with win over Wizards Nov 11, 2007
The game drew 30,972 fans, a Dynamo record in their two seasons at Robertson Stadium, the regular home of the University of Houston football team. Long after the game ended, hundreds of fans were pounding drums, stomping on the bleachers and waiting for the players to come out of the locker room. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Trainer selected for Bayou Bowl Nov 9, 2007
It pits the best players from Louisiana against the best players from the greater Houston area and is hosted by the Greater Houston Football Coaches' Association, the Louisiana Coaches' Association and the NFL Network. Proceeds from the game benefit the Shiners' Hospitals for Children. (Sealy News, TX)
Houston football team of 1982 looks back on last state appearance Nov 8, 2007
We took 10 school buses of fans to that game, said Pete Peterson, who coached Houston football from 1978-1993 and is the current softball coach at Houston. And there were 2,800 fans for the game against LeRoy-Ostrander, the top-seeded team, to get us into the semifinals. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Coach Jason Freed has helped Houston qualify for playoffs for first time since 1982 Nov 7, 2007
Freed has instilled a winning mentality in a team that has grown up watching Houston football lose ... Most of the players on varsity haven t just grown up watching Houston football lose; they were a part of it. (Winona Daily News, MN)
A Chargers catharsis: Team delivers a Texas-sized rout to a battered city Oct 29, 2007
San Diego City firefighter and San Marcos resident Anthony Tyquiengco carries the American flag on the field before the start of the San Diego vs. Houston football game at Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday ... California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shakes hands with members of the National Guard during a short ceremony honoring the efforts of those in uniform who fought last week's wildfires before the start of the Chargers vs. Houston football game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego on Sunday. (North County Times)
Hawks named All-Greatland Oct 16, 2007
HOUSTON Football is a game of numbers, both on the field and off. The Houston Hawks finished with three wins in Greatland Conference play during the season, and placed three players on the All-Greatland Conference s first team. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Breaking down Houston Sep 28, 2007
Kevin Kolb was the face of Houston football for four years, passing for 12,954 yards with 85 touchdowns. Last year Kolb took it to the next level, throwing for 3,809 yards with 30 scores against only four interceptions. (East Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
Friday Inside Scoop Sep 1, 2007
"Thompson, Gregory and the Bears get their chance at redemption Saturday when the No. 15 Volunteers visit No. 12 Cal for the 2007 season opener, 364 days after last year's 35-18 disaster in Knoxville. Houston Cougar NewsRegister-GuardTwo years ago, Anthony Alridge, an all-purpose back who goes by the nickname of "Quick Six," made his first career start for the Houston football team in its season opener against Oregon. By the end of the first quarter, the 5-foot-9, 175-pound Alridge already had... (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bum Phillips gets to the meat of the matter Aug 15, 2007
Houston football icon Bum Phillips will be back in town Aug. 15 with his smoked meat products in tow. Phillips will attend the practice adjacent to Reliant Stadium to meet fans and hand out samples straight from the smoker of new menu products that he endorses on sale at stadium concessions. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Cougars return to practice after lineman collapses Aug 15, 2007
The University of Houston football team returned to its regular workout schedule on Tuesday following an unexpected two-day layoff. Cougars head back to the practice field after an unexpected two day layoff. (KHOU.com, TX)
West Favorites Jul 25, 2007
Less than a year after winning the Conference USA championship, the University of Houston football team was picked to represent the West Division again, according to the league's 12 head coaches. The Cougars collected 63 points in the 2007 Preseason C-USA Poll to finish a point ahead of Tulsa. (Houston Sports -- Rivals.com)
South Carolina Cram Session To Be Featured on ESPNU Jul 19, 2007
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: South Caorlina vs. Houston Football (2006 Liberty Bowl). Trailing at the half, 28-27, South Carolina stormed back to win 44-36 and give his first bowl win as head coach at South Carolina. (Uscsports.com)
Six state titles highlight county prep sports year Jun 26, 2007
Cherokee County Herald. June 25, 2007, 2:24 p.m.. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Maddox has more schools on the radar May 11, 2007
After putting up a good performance at the NIKE Camp a few weekends ago, Converse (Texas) Judson safety Dominick Maddox made a stop at the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association combine this past Saturday to show his stuff once again. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (UTEP Sports -- Rivals.com)
'70s UH standout part of new class for Hall of Fame May 10, 2007
The news that Wilson Whitley will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame was bittersweet for those in the University of Houston football program. While excited that Whitley, a star defensive tackle in the mid-1970s, was named among the 14 players and coaches in the Class of 2007, all were saddened that he never lived to see this day. (Houston Chronicle)
Houston brings out the best May 9, 2007
CYPRESS, Texas - Not only was this weekend's Greater Houston Football Coaches Association Texas Football Combine one of this year's biggest in terms of numbers, but also featured more out-of-state prospects than one might expect. Prospects like Hahnville, La. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
White looking to impress May 9, 2007
Saturday players from across the country made their way to Cypress, Texas on the edge of Houston to test there skills at the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association Texas Football Combine. Rockdale, Texas running back Kortlin White was one prospect in attendance. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
Two lead for Rivals250 WR Byrd May 8, 2007
receiver Laron Byrd from making the long trip to Texas for the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association Football Combine. His recruitment has also taken off and he has two schools in the lead going into the summer. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
GHFCA Tidbits and Notes: Part 1 May 7, 2007
At the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association Combine 2600 players from all over the United States showed up including players from Florida, Minnesota, Washington, Oregon and of course Texas ... GREATER HOUSTON FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION NOTES: PART 1. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Oak Ridge Wins Lineman Challenge May 6, 2007
In high school we used to say "the backs get the fame while the linemen bring the pain" and at Saturday's Greater Houston Football Coaches Association Combine Oak Ridge dominated the other linemen teams and "brought the pain" ... Texasprepinsider wishes to thank the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association for yet another great combine where over 2600 people attended. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Cougar Football Mar 31, 2007
3/30/2007 - The University of Houston football team continued spring practice Friday in shorts and shoulder pads after working out in full gear on Thursday. The Cougars held a light practice in preparation for a Saturday scrimmage at 10 a.m. on the John O'Quinn Field at Robertson Stadium. (Uhcougars.com)
CSTV to Broadcast Two Cougar Football Games in 2007 Mar 30, 2007
IRVING - The University of Houston football team will play a pair of games on College Sports Television during the upcoming 2007 season, the Conference USA offices and CSTV announced. CSTV will air Houston's home game against Colorado State on Sept. 22 at 3:30 p.m. The network also will televise the defending C-USA champions when they play host to crosstown rival Rice University at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 13. (Uhcougars.com)
Football Holds Pro Day; Prepares For Spring Scrimmage Saturday Mar 24, 2007
HOUSTON - The past and present was on display for the University of Houston football team Friday as the Cougars held their annual pro day for the team's departing seniors and the current squad prepared for the opening scrimmage of the 2007 spring campaign ... "I think it is a great atmosphere for the University of Houston football program. We have every NFL scout here from the league and we have a huge following of fans and current players here getting to see this atmosphere and understanding... (Uhcougars.com)
Spring Football Practice Report - March 22 Mar 23, 2007
HOUSTON - The University of Houston football team held its third workout after having a week off from Spring Break Thursday afternoon under cloudy conditions at the UH Athletics Complex. The defending Conference USA champions worked out in full pads for approximately two hour and 30 minutes. (Uhcougars.com)
Cougars Preparing For Pro Day Mar 21, 2007
HOUSTON, Texas - The University of Houston football program will hold its annual Pro Day on Friday, March 23, to showcase its players to National Football League scouts. The event begins at 9 am in the Yeoman Field House, and fans are invited to attend as observers only. (Uhcougars.com)
