University of Cincinnati Bearcats forward Tiana Campbell (11) kicks the ball during an NCAA women’s soccer match on Sept. 13, 2026, at Gettler Stadium in Cincinnati.
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The University of Cincinnati women’s soccer team was on the road in Lubbock, Texas, taking on the No. 25 Texas Tech Red Raiders on Sept. 24, 2026.
Both teams were coming off draws, with the Bearcats previously tying Kansas 1-1 and the Red Raiders drawing UCF 2-2.
The Bearcats put up a strong effort but were unable to secure a victory against the ranked foe.
The game against the Red Raiders was the first in a three-game road stretch for the team in Texas, starting with Texas Tech and ending with Texas Christian University.
The Bearcats’ stretch began at John Walker Soccer Stadium in Lubbock, Texas.
The first half of the match saw the Red Raiders take a 1-0 against the Bearcats following a penalty kick by sixth-year forward Kaitlyn Giametta.
The second goal for the Red Raiders came by fourth-year forward Taylor Zdrojewski, increasing their lead to 2-0.
Bearcats Goalkeeper Amber Brandon made a successful save, preventing Texas Tech from widening their lead further. Brandon recorded six saves throughout the game.
Red Raiders center back Eleanor Hayes played a vital role in stopping the Bearcats, who were unable to mount a successful comeback. The Red Raiders secured the victory with a 2-0 win in the match.
The loss moves the Bearcats to 2-3-4, while the Red Raiders are now 5-0-4. The Bearcats will next take on the Baylor University Bears in Waco Texas on Sunday, Sept. 27, at 2 p.m. on ESPN+