Sam Houston Terminates Head Football Coach Phil Longo
Sam Houston has terminated head football coach Phil Longo after the team's 3-17 record across two seasons.
Houston, TX, October 28, 2026 —
Sam Houston has terminated head football coach Phil Longo after the team posted a 3-17 record across two seasons. The record means the team had three wins and 17 losses during that span.
The available information does not specify when the termination was announced or when it takes effect. It also does not provide a stated reason beyond noting the team’s record over the two seasons. No details were provided about Longo’s contract or whether the termination involves any financial terms.
Information about the team’s next steps was not included. It is not clear from the available details whether Sam Houston has named an interim coach, begun a search for a replacement or announced plans for the football program. No statement from the school, Longo or team representatives was provided.
The reported record is the only performance detail available; individual season records, opponents and other results were not specified. The information also does not identify the dates covered by the two-season period. Those details, along with any further explanation from Sam Houston, remain unavailable in the summary of the announcement.
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