Locke's career night is not enough at Troy
Landyn Locke threw for 335 yards and three touchdowns in a 24-21 road loss. Sam Houston closed the gap with a late scoring drive, but Troy recovered the onside kick and retained possession.
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Bearkats preview a season that returns them to Huntsville
The Troy preview reviews Phil Longo's second team and the return to Bowers Stadium after a year of renovations. It includes Landyn Locke's development and returning experience around the offense.
Sam Houston announces its first jersey sponsorship
Snapback Sports will appear on Bearkat football jerseys during the 2026 season. The announcement describes a partnership built around sports coverage and campus experiences as Sam Houston returns to its renovated home stadium.
Gilbert and Alvarez join the Bearkats’ staff
Ravon Justice announced the additions of Steven Gilbert and Zavior Alvarez to Sam Houston’s coaching staff. Gilbert arrives from Ranger College, while Alvarez joins after working with Nevada’s program.
Bearkats begin their CUSA schedule in Huntsville
Sam Houston hosts Missouri State on December 31 and FIU on January 2 to open league play. The 18-game conference schedule then sends the Bearkats to Middle Tennessee and Western Kentucky for their first road swing.
Willis and Wallace bring experience to the backcourt
Sam Houston added Mar’Cyah Willis from Tarleton State and Hannah Wallace from Saint Louis. Both guards bring two seasons of college experience as Ravon Justice builds the Bearkats’ roster for the coming year.
Cheikh Ndiaye receives CUSA service recognition
Sam Houston’s Cheikh Ndiaye earned the conference’s Winter Spirit of Service Award. The honor recognizes his community work and student-athlete leadership, alongside academic standing as a business administration major and his contribution to the basketball program.
Bearkats fall narrowly to Portland in the WNIT
Sam Houston lost 62-59 at Portland in the WNIT’s first round after a third-quarter rally briefly put the Bearkats ahead. Nyla Inmon scored 18 points and Fanta Kone added 14 with seven rebounds and seven assists.
Bearkats conclude a 22-win season in the NIT
Sam Houston’s season ended with a 107-83 loss at New Mexico in the NIT opener. CJ Beaumont scored 22 points and Veljko Ilic recorded a double-double as the Bearkats finished 22-12.