Houston HC Kelvin Sampson Uses Willie Fritz’s Example to Demand NIL Support Amid Will Wade Fiasco
Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson is advocating for increased NIL funding for his basketball program, referencing recent player signings by LSU's Will Wade. He highlighted the financial disparity between Houston and LSU, likening it to the Grand Canyon. Sampson also emphasized the importance of support from the university, citing the competitive success of the Cougars football team under coach Willie Fritz as a contributing factor to potential improvements in funding.
- ▪Kelvin Sampson is demanding more NIL budget for the Houston Cougars basketball program.
- ▪He compared the financial capabilities of Houston and LSU, stating the difference is like the Grand Canyon.
- ▪Sampson has been vocal about the need for increased financial support from his university for his basketball team.
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