The Sam Houston State Bearkats defeat the South Dakota State Jackrabbits to capture their first national championship in school history.     Photos by Francisco Casillas

After losing twice to the Houston Baptist Huskies in regular season, a third meeting was the charm for the Sam Houston Bearkats, trumping the Huskies, 63-59. The Bearkats advance to the quarterfinals in the Southland Conference Men’s Basketball Tourney. Photos by Matt Flora

Sam Houston Bearkats advances to the next round after fighting off Central Arkansas Bears with a, 77-69, win at the Southland Tourney.  Photos by Matt Flora

Trailing 14-3 by halftime, the Sam Houston State Bearkats rallied against the SFA Lumberjacks for a 34-28 win in the 90th “Battle of the Piney Woods” game, Saturday at NRG Stadium. As the second quarter came to an end, Sam Houston State’s offense could produce a total of only 71 …

The Sam Houston State Bearkats win their fifth consecutive game against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks despite trailing 14-3 at halftime. They are now 53-47 all-time in the “Battle of the Piney Woods.” Photos by Samantha Villarreal