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Sam Houston State Fires Coach Phil Longo After Three Wins in Two Seasons

Sam Houston State Fires Coach Phil Longo After Three Wins in Two Seasons
World Sports · 22:36:19 - Thursday, 29 October 2026

Sam Houston State University has dismissed head football coach Phil Longo after he compiled a 3-17 record over two seasons.

The decision comes after just 20 games, with the program announcing the move on October 28, 2026.

Longo was hired in 2024 but struggled to turn around the Bearkats, winning only three games during his tenure.

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