Overview
- Kiki van Zanten scored just before halftime and again after the break, with the third goal variously credited to van Zanten for a hat trick or to rookie Kat Rader in the 65th minute.
- An early Houston penalty awarded after video review was saved by Boston goalkeeper Casey Murphy on Malia Berkely’s attempt.
- Houston’s high press forced turnovers that led directly to second‑half goals, including the 59th‑minute strike credited to van Zanten.
- The Dash outshot Boston on target 7–2, and Murphy finished with four saves as the Legacy’s attack failed to convert in their second outing.
- Boston head coach Filipa Patão cited poor execution and decision‑making after the loss, as Houston’s fast start continued despite midweek trades of Yazmeen Ryan and Delanie Sheehan.