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Houston students to brave dark, cold, and unpredictable waters while swimming the Catalina Channel
Houston – Come August, a group of six Houstonians will likely become the first in their age group to swim the Catalina Channel together as a relay team. The nearly 20-mile stretch of open water separates Catalina Island from the coast of Southern California. Known for its unpredictable currents and cold waters, the Catalina Channel is considered one of the world’s most challenging open-water swims and they will complete the task without wetsuits.
Houston Astros launch exclusive DJ Screw merchandise collection
HOUSTON (KIAH) – The Houston Astros are unveiling an unprecedented collaboration with Houston hip hop legend, DJ Screw, in a special event at Minute Maid Park’s Center Field Team Store. This exclusive merchandise collection, crafted in partnership with Mitchell & Ness, pays homage to DJ Screw’s influence on Houston’s vibrant hip hop culture.
Calgary Stampede to Retire Legendary Bucking Horse, Xplosive Skies
Xplsoive Skies, a Horse of the Year in both bareback riding and bronc riding, will be permanently retired after a non-arena, career ending injury. According to Bronc Riding Nation, the horse is expected to make a full recover and is 100 percent pasture sound. Xplosive Skies is coming off a...
‘Mattress Mack’ pays for Jocelyn Nungaray’s funeral
HOUSTON (NewsNation) — The funeral for Jocelyn Nungaray, the 12-year-old allegedly killed by two immigrants illegally in the country, will be paid for by Jim McIngvale, aka “Mattress Mack.”. McIngvale told NewsNation on Thursday that he was paying for Nungaray’s funeral because had she lived, she would have...
Dash dominated in loss to Kansas City
The Houston Dash suffered a 2-0 defeat the against Kansas City Current Friday night, failing to score a goal for the fourth straight game. Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell made seven saves on the night and made history as the first NWSL goalkeeper to record 500 saves for a single club.
Rice reels In Robert Rooks
Petaluma (Calif.) St. Vincent de Paul defensive lineman Robert Rooks is headed to the Lone Star State. Rice landed a commitment from Rooks after the three-star was in Houston over the weekend for an official visit. WHAT ROB ROOKS SAYS ABOUT RICE. "One thing that stood out the most was...
Young Phillies Fan From Warminster Goes Viral After Playful Taunts Toward the Houston Astros
The young fan went viral after taunting the Astros. A young Phillies fan from Bucks County recently went viral after a video of him taunting the Astros made the rounds on the internet. Christopher Dornblaser wrote about the young fan for the Bucks County Courier Times. Carson Wallace, a 5-year-old...
Ranking the Big XII Matchups for Arizona Basketball in 2024-25
Houston is a good team! Despite losing Jamal Shead, this is a group that returns seven of its nine top scorers from a season ago, and they have also added a decent recruiting class to pair with Oklahoma transfer Milos Uzan at point guard. Granted, there are some lingering questions...
Houston Texans Season Premier event
Every year the Houston Texans have a high profile fundraiser to benefit local charities. This season, those lucky enough to call H-Town home, and wealthy enough to get a seat at the table, are invited to join. Hannah McNair, Houston Texans. JOIN YOUR 2024 HOUSTON TEXANS ON THE FIELD AT...
Aspetuck’s Final Founding Members Leave Legacy
The Class of 2024 has been a special one for many high school rugby teams. For those graduating seniors who joined their respective teams as freshmen, they represent the covid class. They may not have even played a game during their first year of high school, but stuck with the sport anyhow and dedicated four years to rebuilding. That’s a lot of faith, love and devotion. [Photo: @LindsayEisenhart for @RugbyShowcase]
Houston Dash at Kansas City Current staff picks
(Record: 8-3) Kansas City is what the Dash eventually want to be, a high-flying offensive juggernaut. Unfortunately for Houston, they aren’t anywhere close to that yet, failing to score in their last three matches. Manny - 3-1 Dash loss. (Record: 4-6) KC is undefeated this season. They have the...
Henderson's recruitment heating up
(This article was written and graciously shared with Cougar Digest by Marcus Gutierrez) Houston (TX) Bellaire 2025 four-star forward Shelton Henderson is fresh off helping the United States of America's Junior National Team (U18) defeat Argentina 110-70 to claim the FIBA U18 Men's Americup for the 11th time in program history in early June.
TDECU Stadium Premium Inventory Sold Out
HOUSTON – With two months until kickoff, University of Houston Athletics announced on Thursday it has sold out of TDECU Stadium premium inventory for the 2024 Houston Football season. The Cougars kick off a new era under Head Coach Willie Fritz on Saturday, Aug. 31, against UNLV. To provide...
Past & Futures Rivalries | The Big 12 Experience (Ep. 101)
The Big 12 Experience (@TCEonSGPN) of the Sports Gambling Podcast Network discuss the top past and future rivalries in the Big 12. On the show Ryan McIntyre (@Moneyline_Mac), Rush Bishop (@RamblingRush), and Troy (@TroyChewning) give out their top 5 rivalries in the Big 12 and give out rivalries they could see forming over the next decade.
Incoming Freshman Joscelyn Roberson Set for Gymnastics Olympic Trials
One of the newest Gymbacks will shine on the highest stage this weekend as incoming freshman Joscelyn Roberson has been invited to the U.S. Olympic Team Trials June 28-30. Roberson is one of 16 athletes selected to compete at the meet in Minneapolis, which will consist of two days of competition. Friday’s opening action begins at 6:30 p.m., and day two kicks off Sunday at 7 p.m. The U.S. Olympic Team, comprised of five athletes and four alternates, will be chosen following trials competition.
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