Houston soccer earned a hard-fought draw in American Athletic Conference play, tying USF 1-1 in Tampa, Florida on Thursday.
The first half started off slow, with the first shot of the match coming in the 22nd minute from UH.
The Cougars struck first in the 27th minute with a header from graduate student forward Zionah Browne off a corner kick by sophomore midfielder Madison Gear. Gear then earned her first assist of the season.
After a few chances from each side, the first half ended with the Cougars ahead 1-0.
The second half started with high pressure from USF.