The first time Houston hosted the Final Four was in 1971. HOUSTON — It’s the setting that culminates with the crowning of kings and the final chapters of countless Cinderella stories. And, for the fourth time, the Final Four is landing in Space City. The first year Houston hosted the end of the tournament was … Read more
AUSTIN, Texas — The University of Texas has removed the interim tag from basketball coach Rodney Terry, elevating him to a full-time position. Terry led the Longhorns to the Elite 8 while serving in the interim role this season. He replaces former head coach Chris Beard, who was fired back in January after he was … Read more
The Texas Rangers Opening Day is Thursday. And that means a new lineup of, um, interesting food items. ARLINGTON, Texas — The crack of the bat. The smells of popcorn and hot dogs wafting through a bustling concourse. The hope of a new season, at the onset of spring. And a Flaming Hot Cheetos pretzel, … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — On this episode of Locked On Spurs, host Jeff Garcia welcomes KENS 5’s Vinny Vinzetta to discuss if there is an NBA team that is out of their rebuild, or exiting it, that has the best blueprint for the rebuilding Spurs. Also, is there a bigger piece to the rebuild that’s being … Read more
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic picked up his 16th technical foul of the season on Sunday, but now NBA officials have rescinded the call. Doncic will no longer face a one-game suspension, which was on the table if the call would’ve stood. Doncic had been chirping at officials for most of Sunday’s … Read more
Texas and Houston both fall short to Miami (FL) in NCAA tournament. TEXAS, USA — The madness is back! College fans will be glued to their brackets hoping they don’t lose too early in the NCAA basketball tournament. Over the weekend, Texas and Houston fought their way to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA tournament. Texas … Read more
Duncan held his own, but he got smacked by a UFC fighter. SAN ANTONIO — While the San Antonio Spurs were on the road, the AT&T Center was the center of the UFC world with “UFC San Antonio” taking center stage. And while the fighters were exchanging fists and kicks, there was another battle happening … Read more