Houston rapper Don Toliver set to perform during halftime at 46th annual McDonaldโs All-American Games
As the city of Houston and the Toyota Center to prepares to host the 46th annual McDonaldโs All-American Games at the end of March, one of Houstonโs most popular rappers will be hitting the stage during halftime.
Houston leaders and NCAA plan for Final Four Tournament at NRG Stadium
The countdown is on! In less than two weeks, the NCAA Menโs Final Four will be in Houston. Houston is known for hosting big events like the Rodeo, the Super Bowl, and the World Cup, and this big event is also expected to bring in thousands of fans and millions of dollars to the city.
Former NBA player Dennis Rodman says heโs going to Russia to seek release of Brittney Griner, NBC News reports
Former NBA player Dennis Rodman said Saturday that he plans to visit Russia to seek the release of Brittney Griner, the WNBA star who was sentenced toย nine yearsย in prison on drug charges earlier this month.
University of Houston star Fabian White signs exhibit 10 contract with Los Angeles Lakers
Houston Cougars star and the programโs winningest player Fabian White Jr. signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, which includes a summer league deal for the former Atascocita forward, a league source tells KPRC 2.
๐ KPRC 2 sports director Randy McIlvoy looks ahead to the UH Cougars Sweet 16 appearance in San Antonio
KPRC 2 sports director Randy McIlvoy is in San Antonio for Thursdayโs NCAA tournament matchup between the University of Houston and University of Arizonaโs basketball teams. This is the Coogs third straight Sweet 16 appearance, and theyโll be battling a tough opponent.
Texas Southern routs Alcorn State 87-62 for SWAC title
John Walker III scored 12 of his 17 points in the second half and Texas Southern pulled away for an 87-62 victory over Alcorn State on Saturday in the championship game of the Southwestern Athletic Conference tournament, earning the Tigers an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament.
Kendrick Perkins shares his thoughts on the Rockets, NBA finals and his new TBL team
Kendrick Perkins is known for many things, along them are strong opinions, vast knowledge of all things basketball, and giving back. The ESPN NBA analyst and Houston resident joined KPRC Sports Reporter Vanesa Richardson for a one-on-one on Sports Sunday.
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host remote ESPYS feting heroism
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, soccer star Megan Rapinoe and three-time WNBA champion Sue Bird will preside over The ESPYS two-hour broadcast airing June 21 on ESPN. Rapinoe and Bird are partners who share a household, which conveniently eases some logistics. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)LOS ANGELES Its a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, soccer star Megan Rapinoe and three-time WNBA champion Sue Bird will preside over the two-hour broadcast airing June 21 on ESPN. Comedy and music are always part of the show, and Wilson, Rapinoe and Bird will get a chance to show off a sense of humor.
VYPE AWARDS: Public School Boys Basketball
We welcome you to the Countdown to the 2020 VYPE Awards presented by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE -- Tramon Mark, DickinsonLong, rangy, two-way player -- Tramon Mark could do it all. ...Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is Houston's leading provider of orthopedic services, from sports medicine to joint replacement. Houston Methodist offers comprehensive diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitative services with a high standard of excellence for elite athletes, active adults and student athletes. Houston Methodist serves as the official health care provider for the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Rice Athletics, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Houston Ballet, Houston Symphony and Houston Grand Opera.
3 things to watch in Houston sports this week
HOUSTON Heres whats happening from the Xfinity Sports Desk this week in the Houston area. You can watch coverage all week on KPRC 2 Sports. Only three teams had opened their facilities recently for limited access for voluntary workouts. The Houston Rockets, who decided to delay their return, will open the Toyota Center doors for the players and limited staffers. Keep it locked on KPRC 2 Sports and Click2houston.com/sports for all of your sports news from the Xfinity Sports Desk!