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How This Houston Voice Became America’s First Ismaili Sportscaster

From Alief apartments to arenas and airwaves, Raheel Ramzanali’s path is a Houston story of hustle, representation, and resilience.

08/21/2025 By Erica Cheng

Welcome Home, #1

The Prodigal Shortstop Returns: Houston Astros Welcomes Back Carlos Correa

After three years away, Houston’s beloved shortstop returns as a third baseman—and the city is ready to believe again.

08/18/2025 By Marco Torres

The Must List

For the Second Time Ever, Houston Hosts Texas’s Biggest Sumo Tournament

Shōgeki Sumo Dojo and Asia Society Texas present the 19th Annual Texas Classic Sumo Tournament, offering a deeper look at the history and traditions of Japan’s national sport.

08/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Game time

Where to Eat and Drink at Houston’s NRG Stadium This Football Season

Cheer on the Texans while fueling up on smoked meats from Truth BBQ, beefy creations from Trill Burgers, and gyros from Craft Pita’s newly opened stall.

08/13/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Slam Dunk

The Ultimate Game Day Guide to Houston’s Best Sports Bars

Houston sports teams might disappoint from time to time, but that doesn't stop us from supporting them at our favorite bars.

08/06/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Daniel Renfrow

Houstorian

Houston Astros Colors Tell the Story of the City Over the Decades

Astros critics hate to see us coming in our bright orange caps.

04/25/2025 By James Glassman

Baseball Bites

The Must-Try Food at Daikin Park This Baseball Season

We taste-tested some new items, from a General Tso’s sandwich to an alligator boudin quesadilla.

04/15/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

For the H

A Newbie’s Guide to Becoming a Houston Sports Fan

How to look like a total pro at all the home games (even if you don’t know the rules).

03/24/2025 By Raheel Ramzanali

Slam Dunk

The Best Sports Bars in Houston to Cheer on Your Team

Houston sports might disappoint from time to time, but that doesn't stop us from supporting them at our favorite bars.

02/04/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Daniel Renfrow

Bayougraphy

Legendary Swimmer Johnnie Means Is an Athletics and Civil Rights Hero

He desegregated competitive swimming three years before the Civil Rights Act and coached Houstonians through athletics and life for over 60 years.

12/09/2024 By Meredith Nudo

There's No Crying...

10 Better Things to Rename Minute Maid Park (That Are Not Daikin)

Change is hard...but it doesn't have to be.

11/18/2024 By Houstonia Staff

2024 Houstonian of the Year Finalist

The Houston Dash’s Michelle Alozie Can Do It All (And She Does)

The soccer player spends her time off the field researching pediatric cancer.

11/18/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Ever Wonder Why…

Where Did Houston’s Sports Teams Get Their Names?

It might not surprise you to find out that energy is a big theme.

08/14/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Go Team!

You Heard That Right: Houston Has 9 Olympic Medals

Our athletes are way too cool.

08/12/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Bike Battle

Hardcourt Bike Polo Is Building a Strong Presence in Houston

The sport gained fans in the early aughts in Seattle before spreading across the country and to the Lone Star State.

06/06/2023 By Daniel Renfrow Photography by Richard Ramirez II

Breaking Kayfabe

Doomsday Wrestling Brings the Smack Down to H-Town

This zany amateur wrestling group is as much about piling on the laughs as it is the piledrivers.

05/12/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Friday Q&A

Up Close and Personal with Rockets Legend Kenny Smith

We sat down with “The Jet” to discuss life in the NBA, his affinity for the city of Houston, and his new book, Talk of Champions.

05/05/2023 By Jessica Lodge

March Madness

How to Celebrate the Final Four in Houston This Weekend

From a major music festival to a party-ready tip-off tailgate.

03/30/2023 By Houstonia Staff

FRIDAY Q&A

Does Julia Morales Have the World’s Best Job?

We discuss World Series wins, Emmy awards, and Baseball Y’all with the distinguished Houston Astros field reporter.

02/24/2023 By Jessica Lodge

THREE KINGS

Houston's Major Sports Teams are Led by Black Men

H-Town's pro teams are leading the league in diversity and inclusion.

02/14/2023 By Jessica Lodge