Andy Yanez serves as a dedicated sports reporter and media personality focusing on University of Houston athletics through his digital brand, Pawd Slama Jama. An alumnus of the Jack J. Valenti School of Communication, Yanez produces high-frequency visual reporting that includes professional warm-up footage of top recruits and detailed post-game press conference highlights. He hosts the Let’s Rage Coogs live postgame show, a format providing immediate analysis and fan interaction following Big 12 matchups and tournament play. His work effectively bridges the gap between traditional beat reporting and modern digital commentary, offering a boots-on-the-ground perspective from events like the Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City and various NCAA Tournament sites. Recently, Yanez provided comprehensive on-site coverage for the 2026 Selection Sunday and the subsequent Sweet 16 run, delivering exclusive player reactions and coach Kelvin Sampson’s insights. This specialized focus makes him a primary information hub for the Houston Cougars sports community and collegiate basketball enthusiasts.