Texas Longhorns Dominate UTRGV in 14-0 Run-Rule Victory

AUSTIN, TX – The No. 3 Texas Longhorns (7-0) continued their undefeated start to the 2026 season with a decisive 14-0 run-rule victory over the UTRGV Vaqueros (3-4) on Tuesday evening at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. Freshman right-hander Sam Cozart delivered an impressive performance in his first start, striking out eight batters over four innings.

Cozart Shines in First Start

Sam Cozart, a 6’6”, 260-pound pitcher, allowed only a single up the middle on his first pitch but settled in to dominate the Vaqueros. Despite walking three batters, Cozart showcased his potential, throwing 73 pitches in his outing. Burnt Orange Nation noted that while Cozart typically prides himself on throwing strikes, the three walks were a minor criticism given his overall performance.

Offensive Explosion for the Longhorns

The Longhorns’ offense was relentless, recording 15 hits and scoring in five of the six innings they batted. Eleven players received at-bats, with several contributing to the scoring barrage.

Key Offensive Performances

• Aiden Robbins: Led the offensive charge with a home run in the first inning and added a single in the fourth, finishing with multiple RBIs. Robbins has hit three home runs this season, surpassing his total from mid-April of last year at Seton Hall.
• Andrew Ermis: Notched his first two hits as a Longhorn, driving in two runs.
• Ethan Mendoza: Contributed an RBI single in the second inning.
• Presley Courville: Recorded his first hit for Texas, driving in a run in the sixth inning.
• Anthony Pack Jr.: Doubled to left center in the sixth, driving in two runs.

Game Highlights

Here’s a breakdown of the scoring plays:

• 1st Inning: Robbins homered to right field, RBI.
• 2nd Inning: Ermis singled through the right side, RBI; Pack Jr. Advanced to third; Borba scored. Mendoza singled to third base, RBI.
• 3rd Inning: Larson singled through the left side, RBI.
• 4th Inning: Ermis singled through the left side, RBI. Robbins singled up the middle, RBI. Tinney homered to center field, 2 RBI.
• 6th Inning: Robbins singled through the right side, RBI. Becerra singled up the middle, RBI. Pack Jr. Doubled to left center, 2 RBI. Courville singled to center field, RBI. Pack Jr. Scored on a wild pitch.

Looking Ahead

The Longhorns (7-0) will continue their home stand as they look to maintain their undefeated record. The Vaqueros (3-4) will aim to rebound from this defeat in their upcoming games. The Austin Statesman provided live updates throughout the game.