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SWAC Week One Honors

The Southwestern Athletic Conference passed out weekly honors for outstanding performances on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball as well as special teams and newcomer of the week.

Texans Officially Name Tyrod Taylor Starter For Week One

“Tyrod Taylor will start at quarterback for us for sure,” said Culley when asked by the media. “I know that’s the one everyone’s wondering; it’s come up before, but he will start for us on Sunday.”

Slump Busters Correa And Tucker Leads The Astros To Victory Over The Padres

For the Houston Astros, that feeling was something they were not used to at all going 22 innings without scoring a run. The last run the Astros had scored going into the game against the San Diego Padres on Friday …

Houston Texans And Partners Launch $400,000 Grant To Support Social Justice And Racial Equity Initiatives In Houston

The Houston Texans, ConocoPhillips, Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and Miller Lite are proud to announce the Inspire Change Grant, which will fund programs, seed projects and create partnerships that support social justice and racial equity efforts in Houston.

Why Aren't The Williams Sisters at the US Open

Tennis superstars Serena and Venus Williams both announced Wednesday that they are withdrawing from the upcoming U.S. Open due to injuries. Serena said she has a torn hamstring, and Venus said she's suffering from a leg injury.

Former NBA Superstar J.R. Smith Enrolls An HBCU and Plans to Play Golf

Smith is a two-time NBA champion, winning one with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016 and the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020. Now that he has retired from the league, he’s decided to pursue a degree in liberal studies at North …

Rockets Announce Partnership with Socios.com

The Houston Rockets today announced a multi-year partnership with Socios.com, a direct-to-consumer platform which leverages blockchain technology to provide the world’s leading sporting organizations with the tools to engage with their global fanbase.

Ex-President Obama joins NBA Africa as strategic partner and minority owner

Former US President Barack Obama has joined NBA Africa as a strategic partner, the National Basketball Association announced on Tuesday.

Documentary About Steph Curry's Rise to Superstardom Has the Perfect Title

Steph Curry might be a household name now, but before he single-handedly revolutionized the game of basketball he was a three-star recruit out of high school who was ignored by almost every powerhouse school in the NCAA. He would eventually …

Utility Player Aledmys Díaz Helps Astros Complete Sweep

The Houston Astros has baseball’s version of a “Swiss Army Knife” in utility player Aldemys Díaz who has played multiple positions for the Astros including all infield positions. He can also be used as an emergency outfielder if that is …

Astros Timely Hits Leads Them To Victory Over The Rockies

The Houston Astros got a much-needed win on Tuesday night defeating the Colorado Rockies 5-0 at home to end the Rockies winning streak at four-games. They picked up their 6th shutout win of the season and remained two games ahead …

Texans Training Camp Day 11

Fresh off an intra-squad scrimmage on Saturday night, the Houston Texans came into camp Monday morning a tad bit lethargic to begin the day, but by the time the day was done the energy level was back to 10 as …

Rockets Young Guns Put On A Show In Las Vegas Summer League

If I had to take an educated guest, I would say that at some point during the game of the Houston Rockets against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday that Rockets head coach Stephen Silas turned to general manager Rafael Stone …

Rockets Acquire Daniel Theis

“Daniel is a versatile center who impacts both ends of the court,” said Rockets general manager Rafael Stone. “We’re looking forward to adding his skillset to our young core and giving Coach Silas even more flexibility with his lineups.”

Texans Head Coach Passion Stands Out During Scrimmage

I am here to say that after observing what I have seen in Texans training camp so far, we all have been wrong up to this point. Coach Culley brings a passion to the field that is unlike his demeanor …