Houston Extends Coach Kelvin Sampson Through 2029

University of Houston men's basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson has signed a four-year contract extension through the 2028-29 season following one of the most successful campaigns in program history. Under Sampson's leadership, the Cougars set a school record with 35 wins, won the Big 12 regular season title in just their second year in the conference, and advanced to the NCAA Tournament championship game, falling narrowly to Florida. Sampson earned multiple coaching honors, including The Sporting News and CBS Sports National Coach of the Year and Big 12 Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season. Houston Athletics Vice President Eddie Nuñez praised Sampson's profound impact both on and off the court, highlighting his role in shaping young athletes and strengthening the program. Sampson, who holds a near 300-win record at Houston, expressed gratitude to university leadership and supporters, committing to continued success. The extension also comes as the team prepares to build on its achievements, recently adding key transfers to remain competitive.