VOLT LEAGUE ONE — WEEK 1 RECAP
Regular Season | October 25–26, 2025
Official Media: H-Town Pulse
The 2025/26 Volt League One season opened with intensity, goals, and storm-delayed drama. From dominant displays to tight tactical battles, Week 1 set the tone for what’s shaping up to be one of Volt’s most competitive seasons yet.
Houstonians FC 3–1 Houston United FC
It was even at 1–1 halftime, but Houstonians FC shifted gears in the second half to close out a 3–1 win. Their energy and pressing forced turnovers that changed the match, while United struggled to keep pace late.
Key Takeaway: Houstonians started balanced, finished ruthless.
AC Juniors 4–1 Longhorn FC
Longhorn stunned the champs early with the opener, but AC Juniors equalized before the break. The reigning Super Cup Champions came alive in the second half, scoring three unanswered to seal the win.
Midfielder Christopher Cruz earned MVP honors, dictating rhythm and leading the turnaround.
Key Takeaway: AC Juniors’ tactical depth and Cruz’s control powered a confident comeback.
Ghosttown Saints FC 2–0 Real Houston FC (Halftime – Postponed)
Ghosttown came out flying, leading 2–0 at halftime before storms halted play. Their intensity and press pinned Real Houston deep, showing clear intent before lightning forced a delay.
Key Takeaway: Ghosttown looked fearless — unfinished business when this one resumes.
Houston Lions FC 3–1 Little United FC (Halftime – Postponed)
Volt 1 newcomers Houston Lions FC shocked last year’s finalists Little United FC, taking a 3–1 halftime lead before weather suspended play. Little United’s top scorer Mario Peruse had pulled one back just before the break.
Key Takeaway: The Lions announced themselves — explosive, organized, and ready for Volt 1.
Houston FC 3–2 Ballers Hub FA
A back-and-forth battle kept fans on edge:
39′ — #11 (Houston FC) opened the scoring.
45′+ — #80 (Ballers Hub) equalized before halftime. (1–1 HT)
47′ — #80 (Ballers Hub) struck again for a 2–1 lead.
68′ — #6 (Houston FC) tied it up.
77′ — #10 (Houston FC) completed the comeback for a 3–2 win.
Key Takeaway: Houston FC’s league experience showed in crunch time; Ballers impressed with fight and flair.
Vinotinto HTX 2–2 University of Houston Men’s
Vinotinto started hot, as #11 scored twice — in the 5th and 35th minutes — to take control.
U of H Men’s #9 pulled one back in the 44th minute, making it 2–1 at halftime.
The Cougars kept pressing and were rewarded in the 78th minute, converting a free kick to level it at 2–2.
Both teams had late chances but settled for a draw in a well-fought tactical battle.
Key Takeaway: Vinotinto showed early dominance, but U of H’s resilience earned them a deserved point.
🌧️ Postponed Matches (to be rescheduled):
Ghosttown Saints FC vs Real Houston FC (2–0 Ghosttown at Halftime)
Houston Lions FC vs Little United FC (3–1 Lions at Halftime)
🎥 Coverage: Every match filmed and commentated by H-Town Pulse, the exclusive on-field media partner of Volt League.
📍 Next Up: Week 2 continues next weekend — stay tuned for fixture updates and replay dates.
