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Austin FC forward Gyasi Zardes (9) heads the ball over Toronto FC defender Matt Hedges (2) during a Major League Soccer match on May 20, 2023 in Austin, Texas. Austin won, 1-0.

Gyasi Zardes finding his form as Austin FC continues to build momentum

Of all the traits that make Gyasi Zardes one of the all-time forwards in MLS history, one of the most important is his perseverance. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/20/23

The Texas Stars fell to the Milwaukee Admirals 4-3 in game 3 of the Central Division Finals Wednesday night at the HEB Center. Game 4 is set for Friday night, and Game 5 would be Sunday night if necessary.

Texas Stars on brink of elimination after Game 3 loss to Milwaukee Admirals

For perhaps the first time all season, the Texas Stars have no room for error. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/18/23

Austin FC midfielder Daniel Pereira (6) moves the ball during an MLS soccer game between Austin FC and CF Montreal on Mar. 4, 2023, in Austin. Austin FC won, 1-0.

Austin FC winless streak continues after loss to FC Dallas

Austin FC has been in a constant state of ‘almost’ for the last two months. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/14/23

Austin FC forward Rodney Redes (11) was named “man of the match” after scoring a first-half goal during a US Open Cup match between Austin FC and New Mexico United on May 10, 2023 in Austin. Austin FC won, 2-0.

Redes, Urruti lift Austin FC past New Mexico United in U.S. Open Cup

Emiliano Rigoni took one touch to get past a defender and picked out Adam Lundqvist near the left sideline. Lundqvist needed just one pass to find a wide-open Maxi Urruti for an easy goal. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/11/23

Austin FC midfielder Emilio Rigoni (7) moves the ball during an MLS soccer game between Austin FC and CF Montreal on Mar. 4, 2023, in Austin. Austin FC won, 1-0.

Austin FC making small improvements despite winless streak continuing

With more than a quarter of the MLS season in the review mirror, head coach Josh Wolff doesn’t care much about where Austin FC is in the standings. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/8/23

Rhett Gardner scored a goal and tallied an assist as the Texas Stars beat the Rockford IceHogs 4-2 Wednesday at the HEB Center to advance to the Central Division Finals.

Texas Stars sweep Rockford IceHogs to advance to Central Division Finals

By every traditional metric, the Texas Stars’ fourth line is an anomaly. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/4/23

The top-seeded Texas Stars will look to close out the best-of-five series against the Rockford IceHogs in Game 3 Wednesday a 7 p.m. at the HEB Center.

Texas Stars eye Central Division Semifinals series sweep over Rockford IceHogs

The Texas Stars are on the brink. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 5/2/23

Austin FC forward Rodney Redes (11) shoots the ball during a Major League Soccer match on March 25, 2023 in Austin, Texas.

Rigoni and Redes help get Austin FC offense back on track in draw against San Jose Earthquakes

Of all the players you’d expect to end the Austin FC scoring drought, Emiliano Rigoni had to be at the bottom of the list. Rodney Redes would probably be the only player below him. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/30/23

Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn (22) scores on a 20-yard touchdown reception during a Big 12 football game between Baylor and Kansas State on Nov. 12, 2022 in Waco, Texas. Kansas State won 31-3.

Dallas Cowboys draft Cedar Ridge, Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn

Deuce Vaughn is coming back to Texas. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/29/23

Austin FC midfielder Ethan Finlay (13) is fouled by San Jose Earthquakes defender Paul Marie (3) during a Major League Soccer match on August 6, 2022 in Austin, Texas.

Austin FC fighting through tough times as scoring drought continues

Josh Wolff doesn’t believe in luck. Ethan Finlay is not superstitious. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/28/23

The Atlanta Falcons drafted Texas running back Bijan Robinson with the eighth overall pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft on Thursday night.

Atlanta Falcons select Texas running back Bijan Robinson with 8th pick

Hopefully they like their mustard extra spicy in Atlanta. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/27/23

Ryan Shea has become one of the best defenders in the AHL this season, setting a new Texas Stars franchise record and leading the league with a +37 plus/minus rating.

Ryan Shea developing into elite defenseman for Texas Stars

Ryan Shea didn’t like the view from the stands.The Texas Stars defenseman didn’t miss a game in his four years at Northeastern, so when he was a healthy scratch more often than not in his first … more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/27/23

Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver (1) dives to make a save during a Major League Soccer match between Austin FC and St. Louis City SC on Feb. 25, 2023, in Austin.

Austin FC struggles continue with road loss against LA Galaxy

It’s been nearly two months since the MLS season began, and Austin FC is still trying to figure out what kind of team it really is. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/24/23

Austin FC midfielder Diego Fagundez was subbed out of Saturday's scoreless draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps with a groin injury.

Scoring woes continue for Austin FC in scoreless draw against Vancouver Whitecaps

Austin FC is starting to party like it’s 2021. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/17/23

Texas rookie Mavrik Bourque was named the AHL Player of the Week after he helped the Stars win two road games as they inch closer to a Central Division title.

Texas Stars forward Mavrik Bourque named AHL Player of the Week

Mavrik Bourque was the best player in the AHL last week. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/13/23

Austin FC midfielder Alexander Ring (8) during a CONCACAF Champions League match between Austin FC and Violette Athletic Club on March 14, 2022 in Austin. Austin won 2-0 but Violette won the round on aggregate, 3-2.

Rollercoaster Austin FC continues with lopsided loss to LAFC

Saturday could’ve been a turning point for Austin FC. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/11/23

United States defender BECKY SAUERBRUNN (4) passes the ball during a women's soccer match between the United States and the Republic of Ireland on April 8, 2023 in Austin. The United States won, 2-0.

U.S. Women's National Team continues winning tradition in Austin

Q2 Stadium has been very kind to U.S. Soccer ever since it opened. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/10/23

A general view of a sold-out Moody Center during an NBA basketball game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Portland Trail Blazers on April 6, 2023 in Austin, Texas. It was the first-ever NBA game held in Austin. The Spurs won, 129-127.

San Antonio Spurs draw big crowds for first-ever NBA games in Austin

For nearly 20 years, the future stars of the San Antonio Spurs have been learning the basics of the ‘Spurs Way’ in Central Texas. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 4/9/23

Sam Burns finished off an undefeated week with a dominating 6&5 win over Cam Young in the championship match of the Dell Match Play Sunday at Austin Country Club.

Sam Burns shines in final WGC-Dell Match Play at Austin Country Club

The WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play went out with a bang. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 3/27/23

Tyler Reddick outlasted three overtimes to win the third running of the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday.

By the time Sunday’s race was winding down, Tyler Reddick had started to settle in. His stress level rose considerably with each consecutive caution flag. more

By Zach Smith, HCN Sports Editor | 3/26/23

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