Sam Houston fires coach Phil Longo after less than two seasons

By Field Level Media Oct 29 (Field Level Media) Sam Houston moved swiftly in making a determination on its football coach, cutting ​ties with Phil Longo on Wednesday after ‌less than two seasons on the job. Longo, 1-7 this fall after a 2-10 season in 2025, finished his tenure with the Conference USA squad at 3-17, 1-11 ‌in ​conference play. The former offensive coordinator ⁠of the Bearkats (2014-16) was ⁠hired as head coach after serving as Wisconsin offensive coordinator. He came in following the departure of K.C. Keeler, who guided the program ​during a transition from FCS football to the bowl subdivision level. Phil has contributed to ⁠Bearkat football as both an ⁠offensive coordinator and head coach, and ​we appreciate his work with our student-athletes, said ​Bobby Williams, director of athletics. Our responsibility is to ‌evaluate the program s performance and direction. After careful review, I believe a change in leadership is necessary to position Bearkat Football to compe