September 30, 2025

Texas Tech Women’s Soccer Battles Houston to Draw

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The Texas Tech women’s soccer team fought hard for a 1-1 draw against the undefeated Houston Cougars at the John Walker Soccer Complex. Freshman forward Samira Minor scored for Houston, but Macy Blackburn equalized with a penalty for Texas Tech. The match showcased the competitive spirit and physicality of Big 12 soccer, as both teams exhibited tenacity throughout the game. Texas Tech now looks ahead to their next match against Iowa State, aiming to strengthen their position in the conference.

Lubbock, Texas – The Texas Tech women’s soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against the undefeated Houston Cougars at the John Walker Soccer Complex on September 25, 2025. This match marked a pivotal moment for both teams, showcasing the competitive nature of Big 12 soccer.

Houston’s freshman forward Samira Minor opened the scoring in the 59th minute with an accurate shot, assisted by Blake Hodgson, giving the Cougars a 1-0 lead. In response, Texas Tech head coach Tom Stone made strategic changes to regain control, including substituting players and shifting the team’s formation to a 4-3-3 with just 20 minutes remaining on the clock.

Despite Houston’s goal, Texas Tech remained aggressive and pursued a comeback. The Red Raiders were awarded a crucial penalty kick in the 82nd minute after a foul committed by Houston’s senior midfielder Morgan Donohue. Texas Tech’s Macy Blackburn successfully converted the penalty, leveling the game at 1-1.

The match saw a total of 11 fouls committed by Texas Tech and 4 by Houston, reflecting the increasingly physical nature of play. In a particularly tense moment during the 84th minute, a shoving match broke out involving Texas Tech’s Taylor Zdrojewski, underscoring the competitive edge present on the field.

Coach Tom Stone expressed frustration with the officiating during the match, resulting in a yellow card issued to him after a stoppage in the 76th minute. As the game concluded, Texas Tech’s performance brought their record to 7-1-1 on the season, while Houston maintained their undefeated record with 6 wins, 0 losses, and 3 ties (1-0-1 in Big 12 play).

This non-conference draw marks Texas Tech’s first tie of the season, highlighting their tenacity and resilience against a strong opponent. The match featured a total of 18 shots, with Texas Tech outshooting Houston 10-8 and earning 10 corner kicks compared to Houston’s 6. Both teams proactively engaged in defense, showcasing their abilities to thwart offensive efforts.

Looking ahead, Texas Tech will face Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, on September 29, 2025. This upcoming match will be crucial as the Red Raiders aim to consolidate their position within the conference and continue their pursuit of excellence in the season.

The physicality and competitive skill displayed in this match exemplify the growing strength of women’s soccer within the Big 12 Conference, indicating that fans can expect more thrilling matchups as the season progresses.

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