Southern U beats Texas Southern 40-21
HOUSTON (AP) — Lenard Tillery rushed for a career-high 198 yards with two touchdowns and Southern beat Texas Southern 40-21 in a game played earlier than scheduled due to heavy rain bands from Hurricane Patricia. Southern (4-3, 4-1 Southwestern) got off on the right foot, as Willie Quinn returned the opening kickoff 96 yards for a touchdown. Texas Southern tied it after a fumble on a punt return set up a short field for Brad Woodard's 2-yard run.
HOUSTON (AP) — Lenard Tillery rushed for a career-high 198 yards with two touchdowns and Southern beat Texas Southern 40-21 in a game played earlier than scheduled due to heavy rain bands from Hurricane Patricia. Southern (4-3, 4-1 Southwestern) got off on the right foot, as Willie Quinn returned the opening kickoff 96 yards for a touchdown. Texas Southern tied it after a fumble on a punt return set up a short field for Brad Woodard's 2-yard run.
Police captain: 3 dead, 22 injured after vehicle crashes into Oklahoma State homecoming parade
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Police captain: 3 dead, 22 injured after vehicle crashes into Oklahoma State homecoming parade.
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Police captain: 3 dead, 22 injured after vehicle crashes into Oklahoma State homecoming parade.
Aldridge, Green lead Spurs to 111-86 win over Rockets
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Danny Green made six 3-pointers and joined LaMarcus Aldridge with 19 points and the San Antonio Spurs closed the preseason by beating the Houston Rockets 111-86 on Friday night. James Harden had 17 points and nine assists to lead Houston, which hosts Denver on Wednesday to open the season. Aldridge finished 6 of 7 from the field in his highest scoring output with San Antonio.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Danny Green made six 3-pointers and joined LaMarcus Aldridge with 19 points and the San Antonio Spurs closed the preseason by beating the Houston Rockets 111-86 on Friday night. James Harden had 17 points and nine assists to lead Houston, which hosts Denver on Wednesday to open the season. Aldridge finished 6 of 7 from the field in his highest scoring output with San Antonio.
HISD varsity football schedule changed due to inclement weather
Houston Independent School District varsity football games scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, have been moved to earlier times as a precautionary measure because of pending inclement weather and the related potential for dangerous road conditions.
Houston Independent School District varsity football games scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, have been moved to earlier times as a precautionary measure because of pending inclement weather and the related potential for dangerous road conditions.
Texans owner rescinds Campaign for Houston contribution
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair has released a statement regarding why he has rescinded his contribution to the Campaign for Houston, the primary group that opposes the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance.
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair has released a statement regarding why he has rescinded his contribution to the Campaign for Houston, the primary group that opposes the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance.
Long live Uga! Georgia Bulldogs Get New Mascot
The University of Georgia announced on Thursday that Uga IX, affectionately known as “Russ,” will be retiring for the position.
The University of Georgia announced on Thursday that Uga IX, affectionately known as “Russ,” will be retiring for the position.
Texas men create blindsided ref Halloween costumes
Hot topics can make for buzzworthy Halloween costumes and a few Texans decided a high school football incident was the perfect choice.
Hot topics can make for buzzworthy Halloween costumes and a few Texans decided a high school football incident was the perfect choice.
Dez Bryant apparently has a new pet monkey named Dallas
Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant apparently has an unusual new pet.
Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant apparently has an unusual new pet.
Fan Fight at Eagles Game Ends With Flying Cheesesteak
Just as the stadium announcer said the word "Philadelphia," a Philly cheesesteak came flying through the air.
Just as the stadium announcer said the word "Philadelphia," a Philly cheesesteak came flying through the air.
Nike opening store with only Michael Jordan items in Chicago
Nike is opening a Michael Jordan-only store in Chicago's Loop this weekend.
Nike is opening a Michael Jordan-only store in Chicago's Loop this weekend.
AP Source: Texas agrees to 15-year deal with Nike
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A person with knowledge of the negotiations says Texas has reached a 15-year licensing and apparel deal with Nike Inc. The contract will approach $200 million for the university, which has one of the wealthiest athletic programs in the country, according to the person, who spoke Wednesday on condition of anonymity because the agreement must still be approved by the school's regents.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A person with knowledge of the negotiations says Texas has reached a 15-year licensing and apparel deal with Nike Inc. The contract will approach $200 million for the university, which has one of the wealthiest athletic programs in the country, according to the person, who spoke Wednesday on condition of anonymity because the agreement must still be approved by the school's regents.
Howard's Rockets return to come after season opener
Dwight Howard won't be returning to the Rockets lineup until the second game of the regular season.
Dwight Howard won't be returning to the Rockets lineup until the second game of the regular season.
Texans rule out Shorts, Jackson, McKinney for Sunday
Cecil Shorts III, Kareem Jackson, and Benardrick McKinney have been ruled out for Sunday's Texans game against the Dolphins.
Cecil Shorts III, Kareem Jackson, and Benardrick McKinney have been ruled out for Sunday's Texans game against the Dolphins.
Half of ACC's 14 teams have records of .500 or worse
The Atlantic Coast Conference is struggling with half of its 14 teams at .500 and below.
The Atlantic Coast Conference is struggling with half of its 14 teams at .500 and below.
Former Rice kicker Boswell receives AFC special teams honors
Former Rice kicker Chris Boswell is getting his NFL career off to a good start.
Former Rice kicker Chris Boswell is getting his NFL career off to a good start.
Texans' Hopkins receives AFC Offensive honors
DeAndre Hopkins has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week after a strong showing Sunday against the Jaguars.
DeAndre Hopkins has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week after a strong showing Sunday against the Jaguars.
O'Brien, Texans reach out, give back to the community
Bill O'Brien and the Texans had quite the day giving back to the Houston community.
Bill O'Brien and the Texans had quite the day giving back to the Houston community.
Westfield's Oliver, Cleveland named Under Armour All-Americans
Westfield High School will have two players in the prestigious Under Armour All-American Game.
Westfield High School will have two players in the prestigious Under Armour All-American Game.
Westfield football duo named Under Armour All-Americans
Westfield's Ed Oliver and Tyrie Cleveland were presented with their Under Armour All-American jerseys on Tuesday afternoon.
Westfield's Ed Oliver and Tyrie Cleveland were presented with their Under Armour All-American jerseys on Tuesday afternoon.
Texans continue to inspire
From helping the Special Olympics kids to inspiring high schoolers, the Texans had quite the day giving back to the community.
From helping the Special Olympics kids to inspiring high schoolers, the Texans had quite the day giving back to the community.