Texas Softball Sweeps Longhorn Invitational

Longhorns extend win streak to 17 games with dominant performances.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Texas Longhorns softball team continued their impressive start to the 2026 season, sweeping the Longhorn Invitational with four run-rule victories over the Houston Cougars, St. Bonaventure Bonnies, Prairie View A&M Panthers, and Incarnate Word Cardinals. The Longhorns outscored their opponents 37-3 over the weekend, led by standout performances from pitcher Teagan Kavan and hitters Katie Stewart and Kayden Henry.

Why it matters

The Longhorns' dominant run through the Longhorn Invitational showcases the team's depth and talent, as they continue to build momentum towards the postseason. Texas has now won 17 straight games and sits at 19-1 on the year, establishing themselves as one of the top teams in the country.

The details

In the four games, the Longhorns won by scores of 9-1, 12-2, 8-0, and 8-0. Highlights included junior pitcher Teagan Kavan's second career no-hitter against Incarnate Word, junior utility Katie Stewart going 4-8 with 8 RBIs and 2 home runs, and junior outfielder Kayden Henry recording 4 RBIs in two of the games. Freshman outfielder Alisa Sneed also hit her first career grand slam in the win over St. Bonaventure.

  • The Longhorn Invitational took place over the weekend of March 2, 2026.

The players

Teagan Kavan

A junior pitcher for the Texas Longhorns who threw a no-hitter in the team's win over Incarnate Word.

Katie Stewart

A junior utility player for the Texas Longhorns who had a standout offensive weekend, going 4-8 with 8 RBIs and 2 home runs.

Kayden Henry

A junior outfielder for the Texas Longhorns who recorded 4 RBIs in two of the team's Longhorn Invitational victories.

Alisa Sneed

A freshman outfielder for the Texas Longhorns who hit her first career grand slam in the win over St. Bonaventure.

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The takeaway

The Texas Longhorns softball team continues to dominate, extending their win streak to 17 games and showcasing their depth and talent across pitching, hitting, and defense. With standout performances from players like Teagan Kavan, Katie Stewart, and Kayden Henry, the Longhorns have established themselves as one of the top teams in the country and a force to be reckoned with as the season progresses.