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McDonald Shines as River Cats Take Down Express
August 12, 2025
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The Sacramento River Cats defeated the Round Rock Express 3-1 in a dominant showing Tuesday night, led by a stellar performance from starting pitcher Trevor McDonald. McDonald earned the win, stifling the Express offense and scattering just four hits and one run over seven impressive innings. The right-hander struck out…
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Questionable Penalty Leads to Late Draw for Austin FC
August 9, 2025
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A controversial penalty kick turned the tide at Q2 Stadium on Saturday, as Austin FC squandered a 2-0 lead to finish in a 2-2 draw against the Houston Dynamo. The Verde & Black, who looked set for their third consecutive victory after dominating for 70 minutes, were left frustrated after…
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Clutch Moment Eludes Express in El Paso Loss
August 3, 2025
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The Round Rock Express fell victim to a late-game surge by the El Paso Chihuahuas, who overcame a four-run deficit to secure a 7-6 victory on Sunday. The Express loaded the bases in the bottom of the ninth, but a potential game-winning rally fizzled out, allowing the Chihuahuas to take…
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Volleyball League Heats Up in Austin
August 1, 2025
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The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) returned to Austin for Week 7 of its new league format, which features eight city-based franchises competing in a national tour. On Friday night, the New York Nitro, LA Launch, Miami Mayhem, and hometown Austin Aces faced off in a series of intense matches.…
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Express Mount Late Comeback for 6-4 Win
July 31, 2025
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The Round Rock Express shook off the recent loss of two key players to waivers and mounted a dramatic eighth-inning comeback to defeat the El Paso Chihuahuas 6-4 on Thursday night. The win puts the Express up 2-1 in the six-game series.
The Express’s pitching staff kept the team in…
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Dell Diamond Stunned by Trade Deadline Shocker
July 31, 2025
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An unusual mood fell upon Dell Diamond on Thursday afternoon, signaling that something was amiss long before the evening’s first pitch. The typical pre-game buzz was replaced by a sense of concern, as a series of events pointed to a major shake-up for the Round Rock Express.
Lineups for the…
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Express Bounce Back with Gritty Win Over Chihuahuas
July 31, 2025
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After a challenging 5-1 series loss in Tacoma, the Round Rock Express returned home Tuesday night and offered their fans a much-needed change of pace, securing a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the El Paso Chihuahuas.
The Express’s turnaround was spearheaded by an impressive outing from starting pitcher Carl Edwards Jr.,…
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Austin Shines as MLS All-Stars Dominate Liga MX in Home Victory
July 23, 2025
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The MLS All-Stars delivered a commanding 3-1 victory over their Liga MX counterparts, culminating in a night that couldn’t have been more perfect for the host city of Austin. The match, a vibrant showcase of North American soccer talent, saw local heroes rise to the occasion, leaving an indelible mark…
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MLS All-Stars Edge LIGA MX in Thrilling Skills Challenge
July 22, 2025
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The MLS All-Stars emerged victorious in a record-setting 2025 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge, defeating the LIGA MX All-Stars in a dramatic showdown at Q2 Stadium on Tuesday night. The decisive moment came with the final kick, as Vancouver Whitecaps FC goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka made history, becoming the first netminder to…
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Austin FC’s Scoreless Streak Continues, Fans Disgruntled, Coach Dissatisfied
July 12, 2025
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The mood in the media workroom after Austin FC’s 0-0 draw against the New England Revolution on Saturday night was grim, with one photographer quipping the match was “almost as exciting as last week’s match” – a sardonic nod to the match postponed due to central Texas flooding. This latest…
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Express Suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Isotopes in Extras
July 11, 2025
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The Round Rock Express endured a tough defeat Thursday night, as the Albuquerque Isotopes rallied in the ninth to tie the game before securing a 3-2 victory in the tenth inning. It was a particularly frustrating loss for the Express, marking their 11th blown lead after seven innings and sixth…
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Express Fall to Isotopes in Series Opener, 6-5
July 8, 2025
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The Round Rock Express found themselves playing from behind all night Tuesday, ultimately falling 6-5 to the Albuquerque Isotopes in the opening game of their six-game series. Despite a late rally to tie the game, the Isotopes pulled ahead in the eighth inning and held on for the win.
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Express Victorious in Rain-Delayed Thriller, Secure First Series Win Since April
June 29, 2025
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The Round Rock Express staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Tacoma Rainiers 7-4 in a rain-delayed series finale, clinching their first series win since April 19. The victory capped off a dominant week for the Express offense, which led the Pacific Coast League in hits (78) and runs (58).…
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Express Dominate Rainiers Again in 8-1 Rout
June 26, 2025
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The Round Rock Express continued their dominant form on Thursday night, mirroring their previous outing with another decisive 8-1 victory over the Tacoma Rainiers. This win gives the Express a commanding series lead, having outscored the Rainiers 24-10 through the first three games.
Starting pitcher Patrick Murphy set the tone…
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Express Suffer Another Setback, Fall to Rainiers in Series Opener
June 24, 2025
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The struggles continued for the Round Rock Express on Tuesday night as they dropped the opening game of their series against the Tacoma Rainiers by a score of 5-3. Late-inning heroics, courtesy of two Rainiers home runs, propelled the visitors to a comeback victory, extending the Express’ recent slump to…
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Express Struggle Early, Drop Final Game 7-1 to Chihuahuas
June 15, 2025
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A challenging first inning set the tone for the Round Rock Express (32-35) last night, as they succumbed to the El Paso Chihuahuas (35-32) with a 7-1 defeat, resulting in a split of the six-game series. The Express offense struggled to find its rhythm against a dominant Chihuahuas pitching performance.…
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Austin FC Finds Winning Form, Defeats New York Red Bulls 2-1
June 14, 2025
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Austin FC clinched a victory in its only home match in June, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win over the New York Red Bulls. This marks the club’s second consecutive MLS triumph, a feat not achieved since March, signaling a potential turning point as the second half of the season commences.…
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Express Explode for 12-3 Victory Behind Trio of Long Balls
June 12, 2025
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The Round Rock Express (32-34) showcased an explosive offense last night, defeating the El Paso Chihuahuas (34-32) with a commanding 12-3 performance, fueled by a barrage of home runs from Blaine Crim, Michael Helman, and Cody Freeman. The Express bats combined for a 10-hit attack, ensuring a decisive win at…
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Chihuahuas Rally Past Express, Secure 9-4 Victory
June 10, 2025
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The El Paso Chihuahuas (34-30) mounted a resilient comeback Tuesday night, overcoming an early deficit to defeat the Round Rock Express (30-34) by a final score of 9-4. The game’s turning point came in the sixth inning, as the Chihuahuas exploded for three crucial runs that shifted the momentum decisively…
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Stars Force Game Six with Dramatic Overtime Victory
June 6, 2025
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The Texas Stars refused to fade quietly into the Central Texas night, securing a crucial 2-1 overtime victory over the Abbotsford Canucks in Game Five of the Western Conference Finals Thursday night at the H-E-B Center. The dramatic win keeps the Stars’ Calder Cup dreams alive, forcing a Game Six…
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Stars Fall in Double OT Thriller, Face Elimination
June 4, 2025
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The Texas Stars suffered a heartbreaking 5-4 double overtime loss to the Abbotsford Canucks in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals Wednesday night at the H-E-B Center. Despite a stunning last-minute equalizer, the Stars now find themselves in a precarious 3-1 series deficit, facing elimination in a must-win Game…
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Stars Roar Back in Game 3, Halve Canucks’ Series Lead
June 2, 2025
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The Texas Stars breathed new life into their Western Conference Finals bid Tuesday night, delivering a dominant 5-2 victory over the Abbotsford Canucks in Game 3. After falling behind two games to none on the road, the Stars returned home and showcased their offensive prowess, narrowing the Canucks’ series lead…
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Borba’s Bat Blasts Longhorns into Regional Final
June 1, 2025
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Sophomore slugger Casey Borba delivered a performance for the ages on Sunday afternoon, smashing two home runs and driving in eight runs to power No. 1 seed Texas to a dominant 15-8 victory over No. 3 seed Kansas State. The win propels the Longhorns (44-13) into the Austin Regional final,…
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Wildcats Stay Alive in Austin Regional Behind O’Connor’s Record Blast, Sheffield’s Shutout Gem
May 31, 2025
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The No. 3 seed Kansas State Wildcats kept their 2025 NCAA Austin Regional hopes alive on Saturday, defeating fourth-seeded Houston Christian 7-4 at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. The victory was highlighted by Keegan O’Connor’s record-breaking 17th home run and a masterful 6 2/3 shutout innings from pitcher Lincoln Sheffield.
“Get another…
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Express Walk-Off Aces in Thrilling Extra-Inning Affair
May 29, 2025
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The Round Rock Express continued their flair for the dramatic on Thursday night, securing a 2-1 walk-off victory over the Reno Aces in a tense extra-inning battle. Cody Freeman’s clutch single in the bottom of the tenth inning scored Marcus Smith, sealing the Express’s eighth walk-off win and extending their…
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