COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS — Houston Christian's offense finally broke through in the second half, with Ella Remy scoring twice to lift the Huskies to a 2-0 victory over East Texas A&M on Thursday night. The away side controlled much of the match but couldn't find the back of the net until the 62nd minute, when Remy's strike gave Houston Christian the lead they'd been chasing all evening.
Remy's first goal came in the 62nd minute, assisted by Isabella Alamo, as Houston Christian's relentless attacking finally paid dividends. Just two minutes later, Remy struck again to extend the advantage to 2-0, effectively putting the match out of reach. The Huskies' second-half adjustments proved decisive after a scoreless first 45 minutes that saw both teams struggle to create clear-cut opportunities.
Houston Christian dominated possession throughout the opening half, with Isabella Dillow, Isabella Alamo, and Paisley Barela all testing the East Texas A&M defense with shots that sailed high or wide. The Huskies generated eight corner kicks compared to the Lions' four, yet couldn't convert their territorial advantage into goals. Barela's effort in the 4th minute and Dillow's attempt in the 13th minute represented Houston Christian's best chances before halftime, but neither found the target.
East Texas A&M offered little going forward in the first half, with Nia Chacon's blocked shot in the 27th minute representing their most notable attacking moment. The Lions' defensive shape held firm for 45 minutes, but the relentless pressure from Houston Christian's midfield and forwards eventually wore them down. Multiple substitutions—including the removal of Nia Chacon, Hannah Bell, and Kaylee Humble—suggested East Texas A&M was searching for answers.
The second half began with both teams making tactical adjustments, but Houston Christian's intensity never wavered. Remy's breakthrough in the 62nd minute came after sustained pressure, and her quick follow-up goal two minutes later essentially decided the contest. East Texas A&M managed just four shots on goal for the entire match, with Hannah Bell and Reneta Vargas unable to generate meaningful scoring chances despite the Lions' desperation to get back into the game.
Houston Christian's attack was relentless, outshooting East Texas A&M 15-9 overall and 10-4 on target. The Huskies' eight corner kicks provided multiple opportunities to add to their lead, though they couldn't capitalize further. East Texas A&M's goalkeeper made eight saves to keep the deficit from ballooning, but the Lions' offense simply couldn't match Houston Christian's efficiency.
Remy's two-goal performance highlighted Houston Christian's second-half dominance, while Alamo's assist on the opening goal showcased the Huskies' ability to execute in crucial moments. For East Texas A&M, the loss snapped a two-game winning streak and dropped the Lions to 7-7-4 overall. Houston Christian improved to 9-8-2 with the road victory, extending their winning streak to two matches.
The result carries significance for both programs' NCAA Tournament positioning. Houston Christian's ability to win on the road against a conference opponent strengthens their tournament resume, while East Texas A&M will need to regroup quickly to salvage their postseason hopes. The Lions' defensive vulnerabilities in the second half will require immediate attention heading into their final regular-season matches.
Houston Christian returns home to face McNeese next, looking to build on this momentum. East Texas A&M hosts Southeastern Louisiana in their next outing, seeking to bounce back from this disappointing performance and recapture the form that produced consecutive wins before Thursday's defeat.