Oklahoma State Ends TCU Streak, Wins 3-1
Oklahoma State Ends TCU Streak, Wins 3-1
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TCU dominated the match statistically, holding 70% of possession and outshooting Oklahoma State 25-8, including an 8-4 advantage in shots on goal and a 5-3 edge in corner kicks.
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Oklahoma State coach Colin Carmichael said the Cowgirls deliberately dropped back rather than press TCU, explaining, “We chose to drop off and try to frustrate them a little bit.”
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Avery Bass made three saves in the opening half, including a kick save on a close-range attempt by TCU’s Madison Taylor, then made three more saves during the final 15 minutes to protect the lead.
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The victory reflected a major offensive turnaround for Oklahoma State: the Cowgirls had already scored 22 goals through nine matches, compared with 20 goals across all of their 2025 season, when they finished 4-13-2.
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Oklahoma State’s next tests are on the road against Baylor in Waco and Houston, with Baylor entering the upcoming matchup at 7-1 and Houston at 4-1-3.
Oklahoma State pulled off a stunning 3-1 upset of nationally ranked TCU on Sunday, ending a seven-game losing streak against the Horned Frogs and handing TCU its first Big 12 conference loss. The Cowgirls scored three goals in the early second half through Sonora DeFini, Keaton Mitchell, and Emmy Hedden, then held on despite TCU's late response. Associated Press noted that Oklahoma State improved to 5-2-2 with the victory, marking their first win over a ranked opponent since defeating Nebraska to open the 2024 season.
TCU Dominated Play But Oklahoma State Struck Fast
TCU controlled nearly every statistical measure in the first half. The Horned Frogs held 70% of possession and outshot Oklahoma State 25-8 overall, including an 8-4 advantage in shots on goal. They also won 5-3 in corner kicks. Yet the scoreless first half proved costly when Oklahoma State struck early in the second half with three quick goals that the Horned Frogs couldn't overcome.
Coach Colin Carmichael's strategy was deliberate: drop back and frustrate rather than press aggressively. "We chose to drop off and try to frustrate them a little bit," Carmichael explained. The tactic worked as a defensive foundation, allowing goalkeeper Avery Bass to make critical saves when TCU created openings. TCU's Emma Yolinsky scored in the 75th minute to pull within one, but Oklahoma State's early barrage proved too much to overcome.
Bass's Seven Saves Preserve Oklahoma State's Upset Victory
Avery Bass was the difference-maker between the posts for Oklahoma State. The goalkeeper made three saves in the opening 45 minutes, including a kick save on a close-range attempt by TCU's Madison Taylor when the pressure was mounting. Bass then made three more critical saves during the final 15 minutes as TCU desperately searched for an equalizer.
Bass's seven total saves demonstrated the Cowgirls' willingness to live on the edge defensively. Oklahoma State knew they couldn't outpossess TCU, so they gambled on quick counterattacks and goalkeeper heroics. The strategy worked, but it left little margin for error—any second-half lapse could have shifted the result entirely in TCU's favor.
Oklahoma State's Historic Offensive Turnaround Continues
Sunday's three goals marked another step in Oklahoma State's dramatic scoring improvement. The Cowgirls had already tallied 22 goals through nine matches this season—more than their entire 2025 season output of 20 goals when they finished 4-13-2. This offensive surge is transforming a program that struggled to find the back of the net just one year ago, giving coach Carmichael's team genuine attacking weapons.
The victory came in Big 12 play, Oklahoma State's toughest remaining stretch. Next up are road trips to 7-1 Baylor in Waco and 4-1-3 Houston. Both opponents enter with strong records and home-field advantage, making Oklahoma State's 3-1 upset over ranked TCU feel like a statement of genuine progress.
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