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UH President: joining Big 12 'will propel us to even greater heights on the playing field and in our classrooms'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 10, 2023
University of Houston President Renu Khator has been dedicated in her efforts to boost the strength of the athletics program since she took the job 15 years ago, an effort that seems to have worked as the university is now officially a part of the Big 12 Conference.
Rice President: AAC allows the university 'to take the next steps in achieving our high aspirations for Rice Athletics'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 7, 2023
Rice University Athletics announced on July 1 that it has joined the American Athletic Conference, which marks the university’s department from Conference USA where they have been since 2005.
Burke on passing of founding Harris County–Houston Sports Authority board chair: 'He will be greatly missed'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 7, 2023
Harris County–Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Janis Burke said the organization’s late founding board chairman, Jack M. Rains, “will be greatly missed,” according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC. Citing a press release, KPRC reported that Rains died on Thursday.
Former Texan star Watt: Mallett 'gone way too soon'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 6, 2023
J.J. Watt, a former Houston Texans star defensive end, gave his condolences to the family and friends of onetime Texan quarterback Ryan Mallett, who drowned June 27 in Florida.
Berson: 'We are thrilled to welcome J.J. to the CBS Sports family'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 6, 2023
Former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt announced recently he is joining the CBS Sports team.
Landale after signing four-year, $32 million deal with Rockets: 'It has been a whirlwind'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 6, 2023
Houston Rockets free agency acquisition Jock Landale said “it has been a whirlwind” since he purportedly signed a four-year, $32 million deal with the team, according to a report from ESPN. Landale, who last suited up for the Phoenix Suns, told ESPN his phone couldn’t stop buzzing since Monday.
DesRoches: Rice's membership in American Athletic Conference 'will build on our strengths and enable us to take the next steps'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 5, 2023
Rice University President Dr. Reginald DesRoches declared the Houston private research institution’s entry into the American Athletic Conference (AAC) on Saturday “will build on our strengths and enable us to take the next steps” in meeting its high aspirations for its Owls athletics program, according to a press release.
Houston Texans Foundation: 'Giving back to our great city is at the heart of who we are'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 3, 2023
The Houston Texans Foundation is expected to benefit from the season premiere event with proceeds going toward youth causes.
Pezman: Entry in Big 12 Conference marks 'a historic day for the University of Houston'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 3, 2023
University of Houston (UH) Vice President for Athletics Chris Pezman said the school marked “a historic day” on Saturday when the Cougars officially became members of the Big 12 Conference ahead of the 2023-2024 season. UH’s entry into the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I conference culminated what has been more than a year of work since university president Dr. Renu Khator, UH System Board of Regents Chairman Tilman Fertitta and Pezman accepted one of the four invitations for membership, according to a press release.
Alvarez on second straight MLB All-Star Game appearance: 'The plan for me is to go'
By Houston Daily Report | Jul 3, 2023
Houston Astros designated hitter/outfielder Yordan Alvarez is headed to his second consecutive Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game, but unlike in 2022 when a hand injury forced him to stay home and watch the much-anticipated midseason exhibition in Los Angeles on TV, he said that “the plan is [for him] to go” to Seattle strained oblique notwithstanding.
USA Gymnastics' Korepin on Biles' return to competition: 'It is exciting to think about the level of talent and historical legacy'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 30, 2023
USA Gymnastics Chief Programs Officer Stefanie Korepin said on Wednesday that “it is exciting to think about the level of talent and historical legacy” of the American contingent slated to compete at the 2023 U.S. Classic later this summer, with the group buoyed by the return of multi-decorated Houston Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, according to a press release.
Watt on passing of ex-Texans quarterback Mallett: 'Gone way too soon'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 29, 2023
Former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt joined the rest of the National Football League (NFL) in mourning the loss of former quarterback Ryan Mallett on Tuesday, calling the passing of his one-time teammate “horrible news” on Twitter.
Stone at introductory presser for Thompson, Whitmore: 'Today's a great day for the Houston Rockets organization'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 28, 2023
Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone introduced the team’s draft picks on June 25, which included Top 5 selection Amen Thompson, saying it was “a great day for the Houston Rockets organization.”
Overtime Elite star Thompson on new NBA home: 'I’m just excited to be a Rocket'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 22, 2023
The Houston Rockets used the fourth overall pick in the first round of the 2023 National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft on Thursday to take Overtime Elite (OTE) guard Amen Thompson.
Brown on McCullers' surgery: 'We look forward to him being back on the mound next season'
By Houston Daily Report | Jun 22, 2023
Dana Brown, general manager for the Houston Astros, commented on Lance McCullers' forearm surgery last week.
'I think nothing of it': Rockets players react to probable No. 1 pick's viral reaction
By Houston Daily Report | May 25, 2023
Having plummeted to the bottom of the standings in the 2022-2023 regular season, the Houston Rockets were widely considered shoo-ins for the first overall pick in the upcoming National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft.
Griner on WNBA return: 'Part of the process of healing is just kind of letting it out'
By Houston Daily Report | May 23, 2023
Houston native and Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner may have spent a year away from the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), but her performance on Sunday in front of her home crowd showed she hasn’t lost a step.
Baker on earlier than expected return of Altuve: 'He hasn't had a bunch of hits, but he feels good'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve’s much-awaited return – once thought to occur in the middle of the summer – could happen any day now, with the team’s upcoming home series against the lowly Oakland Athletics the purported first instance the 33-year-old face of the franchise could see the field.
Turner spokesperson on chances of Houston landing beleaguered Coyotes NHL franchise: 'The mayor's very supportive of professional sports in our city'
By John Suayan | May 18, 2023
The Arizona Coyotes’ failure to earn voter approval for a new arena has purportedly placed Houston on the list of cities that could become the next host to the long-suffering National Hockey League (NHL) franchise.
President of new UH intramural hockey club: 'It’s absolutely amazing how much support we’ve received'
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
Houston is more known for its religion-like obsession with football, but the University of Houston (UH) will soon be home to a hockey team.