Round Rock defeats Keller 3-1 to win UIL 6A-Division I girls soccer championship
April 12, 2026
- What: Round Rock High School beat Keller 3-1 to claim the UIL 6A-Division I girls soccer title.
- Who: Round Rock forwards Grace El-Deir, who scored her 40th goal of the season, and Aiden Hernandez, who scored twice; opponent Keller High School.
- Why it matters: The victory gives Round Rock its first girls soccer state championship and marks a milestone for Central Texas soccer.
Round Rock captured the UIL 6A-Division I girls soccer crown with a 3-1 victory over Keller. The win delivered the program its first state championship and gave Central Texas a state title in the largest classification.
Keller opened the scoring, but Round Rock responded 20 minutes into the match when Grace El-Deir found the net. That strike was El-Deir's 40th goal of the season, a milestone that brought her team level and shifted momentum.
After the equalizer, Round Rock pushed forward and took control of the game. Aiden Hernandez converted two separate opportunities, completing a brace that put the match out of reach for Keller.
Round Rock managed the closing stages, protecting its lead while limiting Keller's chances. The final whistle confirmed a 3-1 result and capped a campaign that built to this state finish.
Players and coaches celebrated the program's inaugural girls soccer title, a landmark achievement for the school and the region. The victory will stand as a key moment for Round Rock athletics and for local soccer in Central Texas.
With the championship secured, attention now shifts to offseason recognition and next year's expectations for both Round Rock and Keller. Round Rock will carry the state title into its program history, while Keller will regroup after a season that reached the final stage.
Sources
- Game box score
- Postgame interviews with players and coaches
- UIL championship records