Salsa Rosada FC Crowned Champions of the Tekker90 Winter Tournament
The Tekker90 Winter Tournament delivered a night of elite small-sided soccer at GFI Academy, as 16 teams battled in a fast-paced 8v8 format with $3,000 on the line. When the dust settled, Salsa Rosada FC stood tall, lifting the trophy after a composed and dominant run.
🏆 Champions: Salsa Rosada FC
Built in Houston and fueled by a core of current and former Houston Dynamo talent, Salsa Rosada combined sharp ball movement, chemistry, and game management to control matches throughout the night. With players competing at NCAA Division I programs and overseas experience in the mix, their pedigree translated seamlessly to the 8v8 stage.
Key contributors from the title-winning squad included:
@mateopinilla6 · @parrkerjackson · @e.keykey_ · @iyke.dafe · @alex.borsos · @jaydenbassong · @_diegorosas · @lucasvargas_53 (GK) · @erickkmonge
Each played a role—whether dictating tempo, creating chances, locking down defensively, or delivering in goal—as Salsa Rosada closed out the tournament on top.
Runner-Up: Ghosttown Saints FC
Ghosttown Saints FC continued their strong form with another deep run. After advancing from group play, they defeated Gorilones in the knockout round to reach the final, finishing second overall and reinforcing their status as one of Houston’s most consistent clubs.
Knockout Notes
Gorilones advanced from groups, defeated HTX Elite White in the knockouts, then fell to Ghosttown Saints FC before the final.
Salt Athletic FC also advanced from group play before being eliminated in knockout action.
Group Stage Exits
Ballers HFA · Dynasty FC (USSL) · Lightning Elite FC (UPSL) · Asturias FC (Volt League 2) · Real Houston
Exclusive Coverage
H-Town Pulse served as the exclusive media partner, with official coverage by @catalanoflicks and @melendez.productions, capturing the defining moments from kickoff to trophy lift.
