Sam Houston Bearkats
2024 Season Results

Sam Houston Bearkats — 2024 Season Review

In 2024, the Sam Houston Bearkats posted a 10-3 record under head coach K.C. Keeler, competing as a member of the CUSA. The team scored 309 total points and allowed 266 throughout 13 games, averaging 23.8 points scored and 20.5 points allowed per outing.

Notable victories on the season included a 34-14 victory on the road against Rice Owls, a 31-11 victory at home against New Mexico State Aggies, and a 41-21 victory on the road against UTEP Miners. Each of these results showcased the program's ability to compete at a high level when it mattered most.

On the other side of the ledger, the Sam Houston Bearkats absorbed a 11-21 loss to Jacksonville State Gamecocks and a 14-31 loss to Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. These results, while disappointing, provided valuable experience for a program focused on continued improvement.

The Sam Houston Bearkats went 5-2 in CUSA competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the CUSA presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Huntsville, TX.

The season concluded with a postseason appearance: R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl: W 31-26. The bowl experience served as both a reward for the regular season and a launching point for the program's ambitions heading into the following year.

The Sam Houston Bearkats finished 4-1 in home games and 4-2 away from home during the 2024 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offense was particularly productive early in the campaign, scoring 191 points in the first half of the schedule before cooling to 118 in the latter portion. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 20.5 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

The 2024 season ultimately represented a successful chapter in Sam Houston Bearkats football history. With a final record of 10-3, the program exceeded expectations and established a foundation for continued success in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 13 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.