October 15, 2025

Texas Longhorns Secure Home Victory Against College of Charleston

Austin, Texas, October 15, 2025

News Summary

The Texas Longhorns soccer team claimed a 3-1 victory over College of Charleston at Mike A. Myers Stadium. Freshman Ava McDonald impressed with two goals, marking a milestone in the program. Another freshman, Audrey Bryant, added a goal, contributing to the team’s positive momentum. This match concluded Texas’s non-conference home schedule, improving their record to 2-3-1. Fans are eager for the upcoming clash against Baylor, anticipating more standout performances from the young talent.

Austin, Texas — The Texas Longhorns soccer team achieved a commendable 3-1 victory against the College of Charleston Cougars on August 31, 2025, at Mike A. Myers Stadium. This match marked the conclusion of Texas’s non-conference home schedule for the season.

Freshman Ava McDonald delivered an outstanding performance, scoring two goals and marking a significant milestone as the first Longhorn freshman to register a brace since Liz Worden in 2022. McDonald opened the scoring in the sixth minute with a well-placed shot into the top right corner, assisted by teammates Chloe Shimkin and Amalia Villarreal. She struck again in the 59th minute, displaying her speed and skill by sprinting from midfield to the penalty spot before finishing with a left-footed strike.

Another standout freshman, Audrey Bryant, also contributed to the team’s success by scoring a key goal in the 51st minute, helping secure the Longhorns’ first home win of the season. With this victory, Texas improved its overall record to 2-3-1. The Longhorns have impressively scored nine out of their eleven goals in the season thus far through underclassmen.

In contrast, the College of Charleston saw its record decline to 1-2-1 following the match. The upcoming schedule for Texas includes a non-conference matchup against Baylor on September 4, 2025, set to kick off at 7 p.m.

The match was broadcasted on SEC Network+, and live statistics along with updates were available at texas.statbroadcast.com, catering to fans and supporters who wanted to follow along closely.

Game Summary

Match Result: Texas Longhorns 3, College of Charleston Cougars 1
Date: August 31, 2025
Location: Mike A. Myers Stadium
Texas Record: 2-3-1
College of Charleston Record: 1-2-1

Key Player Highlights

Ava McDonald: Scored two goals
Chloe Shimkin: Provided assist for McDonald’s first goal
Amalia Villarreal: Provided assist for McDonald’s first goal
Audrey Bryant: Scored one goal

As the Texas Longhorns embark on the next phase of their season, anticipation builds for their upcoming game against Baylor, with fans eager to see how the team continues to develop under the contributions of talented underclassmen like McDonald and Bryant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result of the match between Texas Longhorns and College of Charleston?

The Texas Longhorns defeated the College of Charleston Cougars 3-1 on August 31, 2025, at Mike A. Myers Stadium.

Who scored the goals for Texas Longhorns in the match?

Ava McDonald scored two goals, and Audrey Bryant contributed one goal in the match.

What was significant about Ava McDonald’s performance?

Ava McDonald became the first Longhorn freshman to register a brace since Liz Worden in 2022.

What does this victory mean for the Longhorns’ record?

With the victory, Texas’s record improved to 2-3-1.

What match is Texas set to play next?

Texas is set to conclude its non-conference play against Baylor on September 4, 2025, at 7 p.m.

Key Features Chart

Feature	Details
Match Outcome	Texas Longhorns 3, College of Charleston 1
Date	August 31, 2025
Top Performer	Ava McDonald (2 goals)
Other Contributors	Audrey Bryant (1 goal)
Texas Record After Match	2-3-1
Next Match	Baylor on September 4, 2025, at 7 p.m.