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Canada will face Morocco at Houston Stadium on Saturday, July 4 after Morocco’s penalty win over the Netherlands. Houston is braced for heavy crowds and extra security.
VanVleet opted in and Houston now sits about $21.5M under the first apron — here’s how the Rockets can use that space as free agency opens.
Secondary‑market prices for Brazil vs. Japan in Houston plunged this weekend, briefly pushing some get‑in listings under $1,000. Compare the official resale channel and major marketplaces before you buy.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson says a training-camp insult at The Greenbrier led to his surprise September 2025 release from the Texans. His account raises fresh questions about personnel decisions.
The Hawks used the No. 8 pick to add Houston guard Kingston Flemings, a freshman playmaker with two-way upside. Expect him to enter Atlanta's offseason program this summer.
Four World Cup group matches land across North America on June 23 while Miami's Fan Festival at Bayfront Park runs noon–1 a.m. for live broadcasts, music and food.
Netherlands routed Sweden 5-1 in Houston as Brobbey and Gakpo each scored twice. The scale of the win suddenly pushes the Oranje into contender talk.
Luis Díaz scored and set up a goal as Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 at Estadio Azteca, giving the South Americans an opening win in Group K.
Edd Hargett, Texas A&M's 1960s quarterback, was selected for the 2026 Southwest Conference Hall of Fame; induction is set for Aug. 4 in Waco.
Longtime Banditos coach Ray DeLeon was airlifted after being hit in the head by a foul ball during a Tomball game; his family says he is resting.
Yordan Alvarez homered twice in the first inning — a two‑run shot and a grand slam — producing six RBIs and sparking a nine‑run frame.
Thousands of Curaçao supporters have descended on Houston for the island’s first World Cup match, turning fan hubs and stadium approaches into a sea of blue. The arrival has lifted local watch parties and stretched transit across the city.
Simone Biles revealed she was hospitalized this week and said she "almost died." The Houston native is resting and will explain more later.
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