Michigan State Defeats Texas 3-2 in Overtime

The Texas Longhorns women's soccer team was eliminated from the NCAA Tournament following a narrow 3-2 overtime loss to Michigan State in Durham, N.C. Michigan State's Mackenzie Anthony scored twice, including the decisive 'golden goal' in overtime, securing the Spartans' advancement to the tournament's third round. Texas twice managed to equalize with goals from Amalia Villarreal and Holly Ward, but ultimately couldn't overcome Michigan State's offensive pressure. Texas coach Angela Kelly expressed pride in her team's achievements this season, highlighting the contributions of a special senior class. The Longhorns, who recently claimed an SEC conference title, also boasted a strong defensive record led by goalkeeper Mia Justus. The defeat marked a sudden end to Texas's promising season, which included a notable victory against Boston University in the tournament's first round.