West Texas FC 2 – 1 Texoma
USL League Two | June 11, 2026 | Kick-off: 08:30

West Texas FC produced a gritty second‑half performance to come from behind and defeat Texoma 2‑1 at home on Thursday morning. The result snapped a two‑game winless streak for the Midland‑based side and underlined their resilience in a tightly‑packed USL League Two table.

Match Overview

The opening 45 minutes belonged to Texoma, who seized the initiative with a well‑worked goal in the 23rd minute. Forward Jake Moreno latched onto a through ball from midfielder Ethan Brant and slotted past West Texas goalkeeper Liam Castillo to give the visitors a deserved lead. Texoma’s high press forced several turnovers, and they might have extended their advantage but for a sharp save by Castillo just before half‑time.

Second‑Half Fightback

West Texas emerged with renewed energy after the break. Head coach David Ortez switched to a more direct approach, and it paid off within five minutes of the restart. Right‑back Oscar Medina sent a curling cross into the box, and striker Marcus Bell rose highest to power a header into the top corner – his fourth goal of the season.

The home side continued to press, and their persistence was rewarded in the 71st minute. A corner kick was only partially cleared, falling to midfielder Ryan Cho, who unleashed a fierce half‑volley from 18 yards that deflected off a Texoma defender and nestled inside the far post. Texoma pushed for an equaliser in the final stages, but Castillo and the central‑defensive pair of Jake Hollis and Tomás Rivera held firm.

Key Performers

• Marcus Bell (West Texas FC) – The target man’s aerial ability was decisive; his equalising header swung momentum entirely.
• Ryan Cho (West Texas FC) – Scored the winner and added energy in midfield during the second half.
• Jake Moreno (Texoma) – A constant threat on the counter and the scorer of Texoma’s goal.

Season Impact

With the victory, West Texas FC climbed to fifth place in the Mid‑South Division, now on 10 points from eight matches. Texoma remained seventh, four points adrift of the playoff places. For Texoma, it was a missed opportunity after controlling large portions of the first half, but West Texas showed the character of a side that refuses to let its season slide.