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Houston Today
By the People, for the People
Kansas State Wildcats Suffer Tough Loss at Houston
Positives, surprises, and concerns emerge from the Wildcats' final game under head coach Jerome Tang
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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The Kansas State Wildcats suffered a tough loss to the Houston Cougars in a game that marked the final outing for head coach Jerome Tang. While there were some positives, the game also revealed surprises and concerns for the Wildcats as they look to the future.
Why it matters
The loss to Houston was a disappointing end to Jerome Tang's tenure as Kansas State's head coach, but it also provides valuable insights into the team's strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement as they transition to a new era of Wildcats basketball.
The details
The Wildcats struggled to contain Houston's offensive firepower, allowing the Cougars to pull away in the second half. However, Kansas State showed flashes of promise, with several players stepping up to keep the game close. The team's defense, which had been a strength throughout the season, was uncharacteristically porous against the Cougars.
- The game took place on February 16, 2026.
- This was the final game for Kansas State under head coach Jerome Tang.
The players
Jerome Tang
The outgoing head coach of the Kansas State Wildcats, who is leaving the program after this game.
Houston Cougars
The opponent for Kansas State in this game, a strong team that was able to pull away in the second half.
What they’re saying
“We didn't execute our game plan as well as we needed to, and that's on me as the head coach. I'm proud of the effort our guys gave, but we have to be better in all facets of the game.”
— Jerome Tang, Head Coach, Kansas State Wildcats (on3.com)
What’s next
The Wildcats will now begin the search for a new head coach to lead the program into the future.
The takeaway
While the loss to Houston was a disappointing end to Jerome Tang's tenure, it provides valuable lessons for the Wildcats as they look to rebuild and return to the success they experienced under his leadership.
