Houston Men's Basketball news

Tom Penders to be Inducted into Hall of Fame

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:18:47 PST

University of Houston men's basketball head coach Tom Penders recently was named one of six prominent sports figures for induction into the Fairfield Country (Conn.) Sports Hall of Fame.

Nine Greats, Impact Team Set To Join UH Hall of Honor

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:24:51 PST

Saluting its rich history and tradition, University of Houston Director of Athletics Dave Maggard announced on Wednesday that nine former Cougar standouts and one great team will be inducted into the UH Hall of Honor this fall. The Hall of Honor gala will take place on Friday, November 15, at the Hyatt Regency Houston.

Former Center Hakeem Olajuwon Elected to Basketball Hall of Fame

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:56:47 PST

Former University of Houston center Hakeem Olajuwon earned his sport's highest honor Monday when he was announced as an inductee for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

McKiver Invited to Compete at DiGiorno College All-Star Game in San Antonio

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:10:55 PST

University of Houston senior guard Robert McKiver added another honor to his trophy case Wednesday when he was invited to compete at the DiGiorno College All-Star basketball game in San Antonio on Friday.

Men's Basketball Postseason Runs Ends in CBI Semifinals

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:39 PST

University of Houston senior guard Robert McKiver scored a game-high 30 points, but it would not be enough as the Cougars dropped a 73-69 decision against Conference USA rival Tulsa at the Donald W. Reynolds Center on Wednesday during the semifinals of the College Basketball Invitational.

Men's Basketball to Play at 8 p.m., Wednesday at Tulsa in CBI Semifinals

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:54:13 PST

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The University of Houston men's basketball team returns to action at 8 p.m., Wednesday, when it faces Conference USA rival Tulsa in the semifinals of the College Basketball Invitational at the Donald W. Reynolds Center.

Men's Basketball Downs Valparaiso to Advance to CBI Semifinals

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 22:35:12 PST

Robert McKiver scored 33 points and Kelvin Lewis added 28 as Houston defeated Valparaiso 91-67 in the quarterfinals of the College Basketball Invitational Monday night. McKiver and Lewis combined to hit 13-of-27 3-pointers. As a team, Houston hit 16-of-36 while Valparaiso hit only 7-of-23 from outside the arc. Houston (24-9) advances to face Virginia (17-15) in the semifinals Wednesday.

Men's Basketball to Meet Valparaiso in CBI Quarterfinals on Monday

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 20:58:55 PST

The University of Houston men's basketball team continues its 2008 postseason run when it plays host to Valparaiso at 8 p.m., Monday during the quarterfinals of the College Basketball Invitational at Hofheinz Pavilion.

Penders, Maggard to Donate $1,000 for Ticket Giveaway to CBI Quarterfinals

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:12:25 PST

In a time where talk is cheap, University of Houston men's basketball head coach Tom Penders and director of athletics Dave Maggard recently showed that they aren't afraid to put their money where their mouths are.

Men's Basketball to Play Host to Valparaiso in CBI Quarterfinals on Monday

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 17:38:14 PST

Fresh off a thrilling postseason win, the University of Houston men's basketball team will play host to Valparaiso at 8 p.m., Monday at Hofheinz Pavilion during the quarterfinals of the 2008 College Basketball Invitational.

Men's Basketball Earns Thrilling 80-79 Victory at Nevada in CBI First Round

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 22:43:46 PST

Robert McKiver scored 22 points and Marcus Cousin made the winning free throw with 26.5 seconds left to lead Houston past Nevada 80-79 Tuesday night in the opening round of the inaugural College Basketball Invitational.

Men's Basketball To Face Nevada in Opening Round of College Basketball Invitational

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:14:22 PST

The University of Houston men's basketball team opens play at the 2008 College Basketball Invitational when it faces Nevada at 8 p.m. (CDT), Tuesday at the Lawlor Events Center during the first round.

Men's Basketball Heads To Nevada For CBI First-Round Game Tuesday

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 02:23:48 PST

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The University of Houston men's basketball team will square off against Nevada at 8 p.m. (CDT), Tuesday at the Lawlor Events Center during the first round of the 2008 College Basketball Invitational.

Men's Basketball Accepts Invite to College Basketball Invitational

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 20:16:14 PST

The University of Houston men's basketball team accepted an invitation to compete at the 2008 College Basketball Invitational, director of athletics Dave Maggard and head coach Tom Penders announced Saturday evening.

Men's Basketball Falls to UTEP In C-USA Championship Quarterfinals

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:21:04 PST

Stefon Jackson hit a jumper with 11 seconds left that put the Miners ahead to stay, and UTEP beat Houston for the second time in six days with a 80-77 victory Thursday putting the Miners into the semifinals of the Conference USA tournament.