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No Conference for Old Men: Houston & Big 12 College Hoops

GoCoogs.com
Houston Cougars
University Of Houston
Big 12 Conference
Houston
Houston, United States
Texas Tech
Recruiting
Kansas
NIL
Revenue Sharing
Basketball
Chris Cenac
Kingston Fleming
Kellen Sampson
Florida State University
Arkansas
TCU
Illinois
Kelvin Sampson
Culture

Just 3 old guys talking college hoops. No Conference for Old Men focuses on the Houston Cougars 1st, but with a bit of Big 12 Conference coverage mixed in as well during the course of the season. This podcast pays homage to the University of Houston hoops program as they enter the #1 college basketball conference in the Big 12. We're targeting the hardcore college basketball fan as we try to p... more

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After a 2 month break, welcome to our 1st offseason Interview episode (#81) of Season 3 on the No Conference for Old Men Podcast.

The 3 Old Men return with a bang, as we sit down and chat with Ryan Elvin (UH MBB Player Development Assistant). We co... more

Welcome to Episode #80 of the No Conference for Old Men Podcast.

This is our 1st offseason episode of season 3. And just like with the previous 2 years, the 3 old men discuss the major Portal commitments and roster decisions made after Week 1 of t... more

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Welcome to Episode #79 of the No Conference for Old Men Podcast.

Our Houston Cougars end their season at 30-7 after a 10 point loss to Illinois in the Sweet 16. We knew this matchup was going to be a tough one for this year's team, and Illinois mad... more

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Welcome to Episode #78 of the No Conference for Old Men Podcast.

Our Houston Cougars are now 30-6 after a pair of 31-point demolitions over Idaho & Texas A&M in the 1st 2 rounds of the NCAA Tournament. And it's back to the Sweet 16 again, with Coug... more

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Jayme Hollingsworth
Guest analyst from gocoogs.com
gocoogs.com
Episode: Houston Crushes Texas A&M, Oh How Sweet (16) It Is!
Matthew Mitchell
University of Houston women's basketball coach
University of Houston
Episode: Bonus "Coaches Series" Ep - Matthew Mitchell (UH WBB Head Coach) Interview
Jamie Hollingsworth
Fellow contributor on the GoCoogs network who does scouting reports
GoCoogs network
Episode: Houston Cougars '25-'26 MBB Season Preview
Kellen Sampson
Head coach-in-waiting, University of Houston men's basketball
University of Houston
Episode: "Coaches Series" - Kellen Sampson (Head Coach-in-Waiting) Interview
Hollis Price
University of Houston men's basketball assistant coach and special assistant to head coach
University of Houston
Episode: "Coaches Series" - Hollis Price (UH Asst Coach / Special Asst to the Head Coach) Interview
Mike Ekanem
University of Houston assistant coach with a long professional and college background
University of Houston
Episode: "Coaches Series" - Mike Ekanem (UH Assistant Coach) Interview
Anthony Goldwire
Director of Player Development at University of Houston; former UH standout and NBA veteran
University of Houston
Episode: "Coaches Series" - Anthony Goldwire (UH Assistant Coach) Interview
KC Beard
University of Houston men's basketball assistant coach
University of Houston
Episode: "Coaches Series" - KC Beard (UH Assistant Coach) Interview
Alvin Franklin
UH Senior Associate Athletics Director, Executive Director of Development
University of Houston
Episode: "Special Edition" Episode - a chat with Alvin Franklin, UH Sr Associate Athletics Director

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Steve Chang
Analytics guy on the show and host/analyst contributing to UH coverage, with emphasis on data and strategy.
Tom Lidiak
Former coach and co-host providing coaching perspective and roster insights.
Bill Walker
Former UH player and co-host offering player development insights and fan-centric commentary.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
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    Great insight into college basketball, fun listen!

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Coaches Series" - Hollis Price (UH Asst Coach / Special Asst to the Head Coach) Interview
Q: When you say guards are your focus now, is that including point guards, and how do you see your role evolving with the new pieces on the roster?
Yes, all guards including point guards; the role has shifted back to the guards after years with the bigs, and the staff collaborates to develop and integrate the new talent while maintaining continuity with the program's defensive and offensive identity.
"Coaches Series" - Hollis Price (UH Asst Coach / Special Asst to the Head Coach) Interview
Q: Have you seen a change in Coach Sampson's approach over the years, and has he maintained his core principles with the current generation of players?
He has evolved—in part due to experiences in the NBA—adding more plays and adaptability, but the core culture and defensive emphasis remain intact; the treadmill anecdote shows he's still committed to the same intensity with a few modern adjustments.
"Coaches Series" - Hollis Price (UH Asst Coach / Special Asst to the Head Coach) Interview
Q: Obviously you played for Coach Sampson at OU and you've coached under him now; how is it different for you as you compare playing for the man as well as now coaching under him?
As a player you see a different, sometimes softer side but you still feel the intensity; as a coach you're colleagues with him, you still show respect, and the dynamic shifts to a collaborative, but demanding, working relationship.
Bonus "Coaches Series" Ep - Matthew Mitchell (UH WBB Head Coach) Interview
Q: Why Houston? What attracted you to U of H, and what challenges do you anticipate in building this program?
Mitchell cites family influence, Houston's leadership and vision for women's basketball, and the city's talent pool as key attractions, while acknowledging the need to recruit cultural fit and sustain development through transfers and high school talent.
"Coaches Series" - Mike Ekanem (UH Assistant Coach) Interview
Q: What traits do you prioritize in players beyond raw talent?
Hard-playing mentality, willingness to be coached, high basketball IQ, and the ability to defend and rebound, with a focus on players who can thrive within the program's culture.

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Three regulars analyze Houston Cougars basketball with a heavy emphasis on on-court strategy, roster moves, and advanced analytics, while weaving in Big 12 context and broader NCAA basketball discussion. Episodes routinely dissect roster builds, portal targets, rotations, and game-by-game performance, pairing data-driven insights with fan-centric banter and vivid game-day storytelling. A standout trait is the blend of coaching perspective and analytics focus, plus a recurring commitment to UH coverage within the Big 12 landscape, making it especially useful for listeners who want tactical breakdowns and practical implications for teams in contention.

Unique strengths include a clearly analytics-forward mindset, strong fan engagement, and ... more

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