University of Houston Athletics
Coach Kelvin Sampson Radio Show Begins Thursday, December 30
12/23/2025 11:06:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Fans invited to join weekly show at J Bar M Barbecue (2201 Leeland St., Houston 77003)
HOUSTON – University of Houston Men's Basketball Head Coach Kelvin Sampson begins his weekly radio program on Tuesday, December 30, and fans are invited to join him and host Jeremy Branham at J Bar M Barbecue each week.
The Kelvin Sampson Radio Show will air at 7 p.m., each week beginning December 30 and will run for 12 consecutive weeks through March 17 at J Bar M Barbecue, located at 2201 Leeland St., in downtown Houston.
Due to the Cougars' Big 12 schedule and travel plans, the shows will air on various days throughout the season. For a complete Kelvin Sampson Radio Show schedule with links, fans can click here.
Each week during the 2025-26 Big 12 Conference season, Sampson will join Branham to look back at recent games, preview upcoming contests and discuss the latest news in Houston Men's Basketball, Houston Athletics and the world of college sports.
Student-athletes and coaching/staff members also will appear as guests on the show when available.
Fans can participate in the show by tweeting questions to @UHCougarMBK.
Fans who are unable to join the Kelvin Sampson Radio Show at J Bar M Barbecue are invited to listen to the show on 950 AM KPRC or the Varsity Network app.
COACH KELVIN SAMPSON RADIO SHOW SCHEDULE
J Bar M Barbecue • 2201 Leeland St., Houston, 77003
7 p.m. • Weekly throughout 2025-26 Big 12 season
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to 16 home games inside Fertitta Center with nine in Big 12 action in 2025-26.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
UP NEXT
• Houston closes its non-conference regular-season schedule when it faces Middle Tennessee at 7 p.m., Monday, December 29, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on ESPN+.
• From there, the Cougars begins their Big 12 Conference schedule when they meet Cincinnati at 1 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 3, inside Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati. That game will air on FOX.
• Houston opens its Big 12 home slate when it takes on #15/16 Texas Tech at 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on FS1.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
The Kelvin Sampson Radio Show will air at 7 p.m., each week beginning December 30 and will run for 12 consecutive weeks through March 17 at J Bar M Barbecue, located at 2201 Leeland St., in downtown Houston.
Due to the Cougars' Big 12 schedule and travel plans, the shows will air on various days throughout the season. For a complete Kelvin Sampson Radio Show schedule with links, fans can click here.
Each week during the 2025-26 Big 12 Conference season, Sampson will join Branham to look back at recent games, preview upcoming contests and discuss the latest news in Houston Men's Basketball, Houston Athletics and the world of college sports.
Student-athletes and coaching/staff members also will appear as guests on the show when available.
Fans can participate in the show by tweeting questions to @UHCougarMBK.
Fans who are unable to join the Kelvin Sampson Radio Show at J Bar M Barbecue are invited to listen to the show on 950 AM KPRC or the Varsity Network app.
COACH KELVIN SAMPSON RADIO SHOW SCHEDULE
J Bar M Barbecue • 2201 Leeland St., Houston, 77003
7 p.m. • Weekly throughout 2025-26 Big 12 season
| Day | Date | Links |
| Tuesday | December 30 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | January 8 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | January 15 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Wednesday | January 21 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | January 29 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | February 5 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | February 12 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Wednesday | February 18 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | February 26 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Thursday | March 5 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Monday OR Tuesday | March 9 OR March 10 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
| Monday OR Tuesday | March 16 OR March 17 | 950 AM KPRC | Varsity Network app |
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to 16 home games inside Fertitta Center with nine in Big 12 action in 2025-26.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
UP NEXT
• Houston closes its non-conference regular-season schedule when it faces Middle Tennessee at 7 p.m., Monday, December 29, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on ESPN+.
• From there, the Cougars begins their Big 12 Conference schedule when they meet Cincinnati at 1 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 3, inside Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati. That game will air on FOX.
• Houston opens its Big 12 home slate when it takes on #15/16 Texas Tech at 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on FS1.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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