The No. 1 ranked Houston Cougars will take the court in Kansas City to face off against the No. 5 University of Miami in the Sweet 16. The Coogs are inching their way closer to the Final Four, but they have two more games before they can return to Houston. The team is waking up in Kansas City Friday morning, as they will have most of the day to mentally and physically prepare before tipoff at 6:15 p.m. Those watching the game on their TV will see some red and white in the stands because some lucky students are along for the ride. ABC13 cameras were at the UH campus Tuesday as several Coogs packed up their bags to go root on the team. "I really love the Coogs. I think it's a great opportunity. Once in a lifetime. I don't think there's any other time I can go to the games for $150," one student who got on a bus to Kansas City said. Students were able to purchase a travel package that included transportation, food, and hotel. "I am really lucky to have this. So we drive out there and stay for the night because Kansas City is a little bit further," Andrew Gutierrez said. For those staying in town to root on the Coogs, you have some options. ABC13 reporter Charly Edsitty was at TDECU Stadium Friday morning where students can join a watch party. Frontier Festival, a student-led event, is happening this weekend. It will also have Friday night's game up on a big screen. There will also be games, carnival rides, barbecue, and a lively crowd. For all others cheering them on, there will be another free watch party at Avenida Houston starting at 4:45 p.m. The University of
Texas game will be shown after at 8:45 p.m. Another watch party will be held at The Savoy in Third Ward, where drink specials will be offered.