Salado girls soccer cruises past Vidor into state semifinal

Salado Eagles advance to the UIL state tournament after dominant regional final win.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 6:18am

The Salado High School girls soccer team defeated Vidor High School 4-1 in the UIL regional final on Tuesday night, earning a spot in the state semifinal tournament. Salado's focused approach and dominant performance propelled them to victory and a chance to compete for the state championship.

Why it matters

Salado's win over Vidor marks the team's continued success in the postseason, as they look to capture the school's first-ever girls soccer state title. The Eagles' run to the state semifinal showcases the strength of their program and the talent of their players.

The details

Salado jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first half and never looked back, controlling possession and limiting Vidor's scoring chances throughout the match. The Eagles' stifling defense and opportunistic offense proved too much for Vidor to overcome, as Salado cruised to the 4-1 victory.

  • The regional final match took place on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
  • Salado will advance to the UIL girls soccer state semifinal, which is scheduled for the following weekend.

The players

Salado High School

The Salado High School girls soccer team, representing the town of Salado, Texas, has advanced to the UIL state semifinal tournament after defeating Vidor High School in the regional final.

Vidor High School

The Vidor High School girls soccer team, representing the city of Vidor, Texas, was defeated by Salado High School in the UIL regional final match.

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What’s next

Salado will face the winner of the other regional final match in the UIL girls soccer state semifinal, which is scheduled for the following weekend.

The takeaway

Salado's dominant victory over Vidor showcases the strength of their girls soccer program and their determination to capture the school's first-ever state championship. The Eagles' focused approach and talented roster have propelled them to the state semifinal, where they will look to continue their impressive postseason run.