Summary
Kelvin Sampson, head coach of the Houston Cougars, announced he plans to continue coaching the team next season. Following a loss in the NCAA Sweet 16, Sampson, who is 70, expressed his ongoing enthusiasm for coaching despite considering retirement in the future.
Key Facts
- Kelvin Sampson is the head coach of the Houston Cougars basketball team.
- Houston lost to Illinois in the NCAA Sweet 16.
- Sampson is 70 years old and has discussed the eventual need to retire.
- He confirmed he will return to coach next season.
- Sampson has an overall coaching record of 828-362.
- Under Sampson, the Cougars have made it to the NCAA Final Four three times.
- The Houston team has reached the NCAA Tournament eight times in his 12-year tenure.
