The Dash added to their unbeaten streak on Saturday night with a 2-1 victory over the Washington Spirit.
Houston has not lost in five games and remained in shouting distance of a playoff position.
Brazilians Andressinha and Poliana scored for the Dash, who also snapped a five-game winless streak at home.
Here are some thoughts:
1 – Interim coach Omar Morales took a big leap from the NCAA Division II level to the pros. As expected, there have been some questionable decisions as he adjusts, but there have been some key moments of improvement, too.