Tuloso-Midway Grad Reese Atwood Breaks Texas Softball's Career Home Run Record

Atwood hit her 59th career home run, surpassing the previous record held since 2013.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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University of Texas at Austin senior Reese Atwood, a graduate of Tuloso-Midway High School, broke the school's career home run record on Thursday. Atwood hit her 59th career home run in the fourth inning of the Longhorns' 11-0 win over Abilene Christian, surpassing the previous record held by Taylor Hoagland since 2013. Atwood has 4 home runs so far this season and helped Texas win the National Championship last year.

Why it matters

Atwood's record-breaking performance is a significant achievement in her college softball career, cementing her legacy as one of the top power hitters in Texas Longhorns history. Her accomplishment also highlights the continued success of the Texas softball program, which has won a national title and produced elite talent like Atwood.

The details

Atwood entered Thursday's game tied for the Texas career home run record at 58. In the fourth inning, she blasted a shot deep over the left field wall for her 59th career home run, breaking the previous record held by Taylor Hoagland since 2013. Atwood's record-breaking homer helped the Longhorns shutout Abilene Christian 11-0 in their home opener.

  • Atwood hit her 59th career home run on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • The previous record of 58 career home runs was held by Taylor Hoagland since 2013.

The players

Reese Atwood

A senior at the University of Texas at Austin and a graduate of Tuloso-Midway High School, Atwood is the new career home run leader for the Texas Longhorns softball program.

Taylor Hoagland

The previous career home run record holder for the Texas Longhorns softball program, with 58 home runs from 2010 to 2013.

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What they’re saying

“It was just really cool to have my teammates celebrate me in that moment and wouldn't be here without them, so all props to them because they were able to keep me out of my head throughout the four years here. Be able to keep me stable enough to be able to accomplish my goals. I'm so grateful for this team and the coaching staff.”

— Reese Atwood (kristv.com)

What’s next

Atwood and the Texas Longhorns will look to win another National Championship in her senior season, building on their success from last year.

The takeaway

Reese Atwood's record-breaking performance is a testament to her talent and the strength of the Texas Longhorns softball program, which continues to produce elite players and compete for national titles.