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At Alief Elsik, soccer isn't just a sport -- it's a part of the school's DNA. The Rams have long been a powerhouse in Texas high school soccer, and last season only strengthened that identity.

With coach Vincenzo Cox at the helm, Elsik surged all the way to the UIL 6A-Division I State Final, carrying a sweeping fanbase and the weight of a proud tradition with them. It was the club’s fourth overall trip to State and its first since 2019, adding another line to a legacy that already includes a 2018 title.