No. 3 Texas Longhorns Shut Out UTRGV in Dominant 14-0 Victory
Published February 25, 2026
Longhorns Remain Undefeated
The No. 3 Texas Longhorns extended their perfect start to the 2026 season with a commanding 14-0 run-rule victory over the UTRGV Vaqueros on Tuesday evening at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. The Longhorns now boast an 8-0 record.
Cozart Shines in First Start
Freshman right-hander Sam Cozart earned the win in his first collegiate start, pitching four scoreless innings and striking out eight batters whereas allowing just one hit. He walked three.
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Cozart, a 6’6, 260-pounder…was excellent as a starter, allowing a single up the middle on the first pitch of the game.
Offensive Explosion for Texas
The Longhorns’ offense was relentless, recording 15 hits throughout the game. Junior outfielder Aiden Robbins led the charge, hitting a home run in the first inning and contributing multiple RBIs.
Junior catcher Andrew Ermis and freshman catcher Presley Courville each recorded their first hits for Texas, with Ermis driving in two runs.
Game Highlights
- Aiden Robbins hit a home run in the first inning to provide Texas an early lead.
- Andrew Ermis and Ethan Mendoza added RBI singles in the second inning.
- Ashton Larson contributed an RBI single in the third.
- The Longhorns scored four runs in the fourth inning, highlighted by run-scoring singles from Ermis and Robbins.
- Carson Tinney hit a two-run home run in the fifth.
- Texas added six more runs in the sixth inning, including a two-run double by Anthony Pack Jr.
UTRGV Struggles
The UTRGV Vaqueros (3-5) were unable to mount any offensive resistance against the Longhorns’ pitching and defense. Rocco Garza Gongora, Chayton Fischer and Hank Warren each reached base twice for UTRGV.
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Juniors Rocco Garza Gongora and Chayton Fischer and senior Hank Warren each reached base twice for the Vaqueros (3-5) by recording a hit and a walk.
Looking Ahead
The Longhorns will next compete in the BRUCE BOLT College Classic at Daikin Park in Houston, facing Coastal Carolina, Baylor, and Ohio State.
FAQ
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was Texas Longhorns 14, UTRGV Vaqueros 0.
Who was the winning pitcher?
Sam Cozart was the winning pitcher for the Texas Longhorns.
Where was the game played?
The game was played at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.