A Late Surge at Lower Campus Stadium
Texas Tech entered the Honolulu showdown facing an early setback, but the Red Raiders quickly turned the tide with a disciplined performance that blended defensive resilience and attacking urgency.
The breakthrough arrived just before halftime when Storie Sexton latched onto a precise pass and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper in the 43rd minute, delivering a 1‑0 lead that would prove pivotal.
Moments earlier, Raleigh Greason had squandered a clear chance, and Kaitlyn Giametta came close with a striking effort in the 36th minute, underscoring the fine margins that defined the contest.
Between the scores, Addie Todd stood tall between the posts, making two vital saves, the most crucial coming in the 83rd minute when she denied a late surge from Hawaii to preserve the clean sheet.
Although the final shot count favored Hawaii 9‑7, Texas Tech dominated the shot‑on‑goal category, registering five attempts on target compared with the Rainbow Warriors’ fewer on‑goal efforts, a statistical edge that reflected the team’s sharper finishing.
Looking ahead, the Red Raiders will meet Seattle University on Sunday with a 2‑0 lead goal in mind, a prospect that adds extra intrigue to a match that could further cement their early-season momentum.