Author: cameron.mccoy
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Langston Lands Sam Kohnke to Lead Men’s Basketball Program
Langston University didn’t just make a hire — it made a statement. The Langston athletic department is set to hire Sam Kohnke as the new head coach of the men’s basketball program, replacing Coach Chris Wright. Bringing in a proven winner with experience across multiple NAIA programs, most recently at Sooner Athletic Conference rival Oklahoma…
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From Douglass to the Big Stage: Jaden Williams’ Strong Freshman Season
For freshman guard Jaden Williams, the transition from high school basketball to college basketball did not take long to make an impact — and by season’s end, he had proven himself on one of the biggest stages in the country. Williams arrived from Oklahoma City, where he built a standout résumé at Douglass High School…
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End of an Era: Chris Vincent Steps Away from Langston Women’s Basketball
After guiding Langston University women’s basketball through one of the most successful stretches in program history, head coach Chris Vincent is stepping down to accept the head coaching position at Purdue Northwest University in Westville, Illinois. Vincent’s departure marks the end of a transformative era for the Lady Lions, as his two-season tenure redefined expectations…
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Coach Wright Leaves Lasting Legacy
Not long ago, Langston men’s basketball was searching for direction. The program was coming off a 1–27 season, struggling to find its footing and identity in the NAIA landscape. Games were quiet, expectations were low and belief within the program had faded. Today, that same program stands as a national powerhouse well respected across the…
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Inside the Lions’ Lair: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Langston Men’s Basketball
Langston University basketball fans know the thrill of the fast breaks, the roar of the crowd, and the slam dunks that light up C.F. Gayles Field House. But what goes on behind the scenes to make those moments possible is a story many never see. From grueling workouts to intense film sessions, the Langston Lions…
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The Roar Inside Gayles Field House: How Langston’s Student Section Transforms Basketball Season
When basketball season arrives at Langston University, Gayles Field House becomes more than just a gym—it becomes the heartbeat of campus culture. Packed bleachers, echoing chants, and the undeniable rhythm of HBCU tradition turn every home game into an experience that feels part celebration, part competition, and fully Langston. What makes the environment so electric…
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From JUCO to the NAIA Stage: First-Year Langston Athletes Adjust to Life Beyond Community College
For many student-athletes, junior college is a stepping-stone—a place to develop academically, physically, and mentally while hoping for a second chance at a four-year opportunity. But making that leap brings a new set of challenges, expectations, and rewards. For Treshawn Cody and Jalen Obrian, both first-year students at Langston University and former junior-college basketball players,…
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Brotherhood, Balance, and the Game: How Two Langston Athletes Manage Sports, School, and Greek Life
For many Langston University students, college life is busy enough with classes, homework, and finding time for a social life. But for two student-athletes on campus, Remon Tuck, a junior sociology major and member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., and Donte Manuel, a senior business administration major and member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,…