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The University of Houston soccer team achieved a landmark win against the University of Texas, marking their first victory in 25 years with a score of 4-1. After trailing at halftime, the Cougars mounted a remarkable comeback in the second half, showcasing their offensive strength with four different players scoring. Under new head coach Ben Williams, Houston’s performance indicates a promising direction for the season as they prepare for their next match against ULM.
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The University of Houston soccer team achieved a monumental victory by defeating the University of Texas 4-1 on August 24, 2025. This win marks the Cougars’ first triumph over the Longhorns in nearly 25 years, the last win having occurred on September 3, 2000. With this victory, Houston also celebrated its first-ever home win against Texas since these programs began competing in 1998.
The game, which took place at Houston’s home field, showcased the Cougars’ offensive prowess, with four different players contributing to the score. This is the highest number of goals scored by Houston against a Power Four program since their 5-1 victory over Auburn in 1999. The Cougars’ dominant performance improved their record to 2-0-1 in the early season under newly appointed head coach Ben Williams.
The match began with Texas taking the lead in the 12th minute, when Amalia Villarreal scored the opening goal. Houston entered halftime trailing 1-0 but made a swift comeback just 90 seconds into the second half. Morgan Donohue equalized in the 46th minute, setting the stage for the Cougars’ remarkable turnaround. Cameryn Maddox then converted a penalty kick in the 48th minute to push Houston into a 2-1 lead.
The scoring continued as Blake Hodgson netted the third goal in the 54th minute, assisted by Maddox and Amaris Bumba. Kyrsten Kizer capped off the offensive display by scoring the fourth goal for Houston in the 69th minute, assisted by Samira Minor. Overall, the Cougars registered a total of 14 shot attempts throughout the match.
Senior forward Cameryn Maddox highlighted the team’s versatility, demonstrating their ability to adapt and perform in various positions. Coach Ben Williams focused on maintaining composure among the players and emphasized sticking to the game plan. Notably, he did not deliver a unique halftime message, instead trusting his team’s ability to adjust as needed during the match.
Houston’s win over Texas stands not only as a significant mark in the season but also as a historical moment for the program. The victory reflects the team’s growth and potential as they move forward into the season. The Cougars will aim to build on this success in their upcoming match against the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM), scheduled for August 31, 2025, at the Carl Lewis International Complex.
As they prepare for the next challenge, the Cougars will look to leverage the momentum gained from their historic victory, showcasing the depth of talent within the team and their resilience under pressure. The early-season performance under coach Ben Williams may indicate a promising trajectory for the Houston soccer program as they continue to compete against top programs in the sport.
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Additional Resources
- University of Houston Cougars: Houston Storms Back to Top RV Texas
- Wikipedia: University of Houston
- The Daily Cougar: Houston Soccer Makes History
- Google Search: Houston Cougars Soccer
- Houston Chronicle: UH Soccer Tops Texas
- Google Scholar: Houston Soccer
- University of Houston Cougars: Preview Texas Match
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Texas A&M Aggies: Soccer Victory Over Houston
- Google News: Houston Cougars Soccer Victory
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