North Texas basketball remembers former player Kedrick Hogans, 37, who passed away
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 5:43 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Kedrick Hogans, a former player for the University of North Texas basketball team, has died at 37, as confirmed by the athletic program on October 6, 2026. A three-year starter from 2007 to 2012, Hogans played a critical role in the program's rise in the Sun Belt Conference. He was known for his defensive skills and shot-blocking ability. Following his playing career, Hogans returned to New Orleans to work as an educator and coach. The university has not yet disclosed the details surrounding his death, which are under investigation.
- •Hogans was a key player for the Mean Green from 2007 to 2012.
- •He suffered a shoulder injury during the 2009-10 season.
- •Hogans later became an educator and coach in New Orleans.
- •Former coach Johnny Jones expressed sadness over his death.
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — North Texas basketball mourns former starter Kedrick Hogans, dead at 37
"Hogans was a three-year starter for UNT, helping the Mean Green emerge as a winning program.
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