ROUND ROCK, Texas – The Concordia University Texas women's soccer team fell to McMurry University, 2-0, in its 2026 regular season finale at the Round Rock Multipurpose Complex on Thursday afternoon. The Tornados moved to 5-8-1 overall following the non-conference matchup.
In a rematch of the 2025 Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) Championship, McMurry struck first in the 11th minute to take an early 1-0 advantage.
Goalkeeper Emma Guillen helped keep the Tornados within striking distance, recording three saves before halftime.
Concordia came out more aggressive offensively in the second half. Isabella Vassallo opened the period with a shot in the 49th minute before Emma Payne placed an attempt on target in the 51st minute.
The Tornados continued applying pressure as Isabella Farias and Cecilia Escobar registered shots midway through the half.
Concordia put together its strongest offensive stretch in the 74th minute. Payne forced another save before Shelby Jones and Escobar followed with shot attempts in quick succession.
However, McMurry doubled its advantage in the 79th minute to secure the 2-0 victory.
Payne led the Tornados with two shots on goal, while Jones and Escobar added two attempts apiece. Concordia finished with eight shots, including seven in the second half.
Guillen finished with three saves in the opening 45 minutes, while Kylie Bourquin recorded two saves after entering at halftime.
Concordia Texas will now prepare for the SCAC Tournament where they will face an opponent TBD in the quarterfinals on November 5th.
To keep up to date with everything surrounding the CTX women's soccer program, follow us on social media @ctxathletics and visit athletics.concordia.edu.
