Sampson: Houston Needed a Shot in Final Moments of Title Game
Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson expressed disappointment after his team's NCAA title game loss to the Florida Gators. Sampson emphasized the need to get a shot off during the final possession, which ended without a scoring attempt before the buzzer. The Cougars struggled to execute their plan in the crucial last seconds of the game. Sampson acknowledged the Gators' strong defense in preventing a shot.
Houston, TX - Following a heartbreaking loss to the Florida Gators in the NCAA title game, Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson addressed the team's final possession. With seconds ticking away, the Cougars failed to get a shot off before the buzzer sounded, sealing their fate. "You've gotta get a shot," Sampson stated in the post-game press conference, reflecting on the missed opportunity. The Cougars struggled to navigate the Gators' defense in the closing moments. While the team had a plan, they were unable to execute it effectively under pressure. Sampson credited the Gators' defensive prowess for disrupting their offensive flow and preventing a shot attempt. The loss marks a tough end to a successful season for the Houston Cougars, but Sampson remains optimistic about the team's future.