The Texas Longhorns soccer squad is set to continue its unbeaten run as it travels to face Grand Canyon University’s Lopes on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
A 9 p.m. Central Time kickoff at GCU Stadium will mark the second leg of an ambitious road trip that began with a 1‑1 draw against Arizona State.
Texas carries a 12‑7‑1 record against Mountain West opponents, a statistic that underscores the team’s resilience despite a recent stalemate with San Diego State in September 2024.
Forward Amalia Villarreal has been on fire, netting a goal in each of her last five appearances and tying for the second‑longest scoring streak in program history.
A New Era Under Coach Bates
Senior goalkeeper Bayliss Flynn earned Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors after posting back‑to‑back clean sheets, highlighting the defensive stability under new leadership.
Margueritte Bates, the fourth head coach in Longhorns history since 1993, arrives after a distinguished tenure at UCLA where she compiled a 67‑13‑9 record and captured two Pac‑12 titles.
The match will test the Longhorns’ depth as they confront a Grand Canyon side that has shown steady improvement in recent seasons, making every minute of the road trip crucial for maintaining momentum.