University of Houston men’s basketball coach Kelvin Sampson has shaped a program defined by grit, humility, and connection.

His emotional reaction after the final whistle demonstrated the investment that Sampson recognized, saying, “Those tears that he was at the end of the game told me how much he cared.” ...

Kelvin Sampson and the Houston Cougars on Monday came ever so close to winning a national championship. Despite emotions running high, the runner-up coach was both gracious and grateful in defeat.

Game over. Following the game, Battle—a redshirt senior likely playing in his last collegiate game—was emotional on the court. Sampson went over to him after the final buzzer and gave him a ...

Kelvin Sampson Gets Emotional on Senior Night Honoring J’Wan Roberts On Monday night, the Houston basketball team played Kansas for their final regular-season home game. Before the game, the ...