⚾ Texas Longhorns vs. Houston Cougars Baseball at Dell Diamond

College baseball is coming to Round Rock! 🤘⚾ The University of Texas Longhorns will take on the University of Houston Cougars at Dell Diamond on Saturday, October 3.

This nine-inning fall exhibition gives fans an early look at both teams before their 2027 seasons begin.

So, grab your baseball gear and get ready for an exciting afternoon at the ballpark! ⚾

🤘 See Texas and Houston Baseball in Round Rock

Fall baseball offers fans a unique opportunity to see two Texas college programs on the same field.

The Longhorns will serve as the designated home team. Therefore, Texas will use the third-base dugout.

Meanwhile, the Houston Cougars will be the visiting team and use the first-base dugout.

Whether you cheer for burnt orange or scarlet and white, this matchup offers a fun way to spend a Saturday in Round Rock. 🤘🐾

⚾ Get an Early Look at the 2027 Teams

Both programs will use this fall exhibition as they prepare for the upcoming college baseball season.

Texas enters the fall after making its 39th College World Series appearance in 2026. In addition, the Longhorns finished the season with a 46-15 record.

Houston, meanwhile, begins a new chapter under head coach Will Davis.

As a result, fans can get an early glimpse at players and teams preparing for the 2027 season.

📅 Texas vs. Houston Baseball Game Details

⚾ Matchup: University of Texas vs. University of Houston
📅 Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
🏟️ Location: Dell Diamond, Round Rock, Texas
🚪 Gates Open: 11 a.m.
⚾ First Pitch: Noon
🎟️ Game: Nine-inning fall exhibition
🤘 Home Team: University of Texas
🐾 Visiting Team: University of Houston

Children under 2 years old do not need a ticket to enter Dell Diamond.

🎟️ Know Before You Go

Before heading to the ballpark, keep a few important details in mind.

🚗 Parking: $15 per vehicle, credit card only
💳 Payments: Dell Diamond is cashless
🎒 Bags: Clear bag policy applies
🚭 Smoking: Dell Diamond is a non-smoking and non-vaping venue
📱 Tickets: Have printed or digital tickets ready before entering

Guests may bring one factory-sealed 16.9-ounce clear bottle of water. Additionally, one small, single-serving packaged snack is permitted per person.

🌟 Spend a Saturday at Dell Diamond

Make plans to enjoy an afternoon of college baseball in Round Rock.

First, arrive early and find your seats. Then, settle in as the Longhorns and Cougars take the field.

Whether you’re a Texas fan, a Houston fan, or simply love baseball, this fall matchup offers another reason to visit Dell Diamond. ⚾

So, gather your friends and family and get ready for Texas vs. Houston baseball in Round Rock! 🤘🐾⚾

👉 Purchase tickets through the Round Rock Express and make plans for first pitch on October 3.

Dell Diamond is set to host the University of Texas and the University of Houston for a fall exhibition game on Saturday, October 3 at 12:00 p.m. The Longhorns will be the designated home team (third base dugout) and the Cougars will be the away team (first base dugout).

Tickets for the 9-inning exhibition game are on sale and available now. Please note, children under the age of two do not require a ticket to enter Dell Diamond. Private suites and hospitality areas for the single-game contest will be available. Interested in a private suite or hospitality area? Please email [email protected].

The Round Rock Express is not affiliated in any way with third-party ticket vendors and cannot validate any ticket purchase through third-party sites. To guarantee all purchased tickets are valid at entry, purchase tickets via RRExpress.com (Tickets.com is the official ticket provider), or through an Express ticket representative.

Any media interested in covering the game must apply for credentials here.

Know Before You Go Details:

• Parking is $15 per vehicle per day, credit card only
• The Home Plate Gate will open approximately one hour prior to first pitch at 11:00 a.m.
• Dell Diamond is a clear bag, non-smoking/non-vaping and cashless venue
• The only outside food and/or beverage items allowed are one factory-sealed 16.9 fluid ounce clear bottle of water and one small single-serving packaged snack (i.e. fruit, trail mix, candy bar or chips) per person. Water fountains are available throughout Dell Diamond to refill water bottles, if needed.
• Please have tickets from your Tickets.com account printed from home or digital tickets saved on mobile phones ready to be scanned at entry, as either ticket form will be accepted (tickets cannot be printed at the ballpark)