University of Houston Athletics
Baxa, Tune Earn American Honors
9/5/2022 10:00:00 AM | Football
Duo instrumental in Houston’s thrilling three-overtime victory at UTSA
HOUSTON – University of Houston Football seniors Bubba Baxa and Clayton Tune have been named The American's Special Teams Player of the Week and Offensive Player of the Week, respectively, following the No. 24/25 Cougars' 37-35 three-overtime victory at UTSA on Saturday.
Tune completed 22 of 32 passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 51 yards and a touchdown. In the third overtime, the signal caller leaped over a defender to score on a 13-yard run for the game-winning 2-point conversion.
Baxa delivered two go-ahead 35-yard field goals, coming in the fourth quarter and overtime. His first provided Houston a 24-21 advantage with 23 seconds remaining in regulation. After the Cougars' first overtime drive stalled, Baxa put Houston on top 27-24. He also converted all three extra points. Prior to Saturday, the Pasadena, Texas, native's last made field goal came on Sept. 21, 2019, as a member of the Miami Hurricanes.
Houston rallied from a 14-point deficit in the second half at the Alamadome to snap UTSA's 10-game home winning streak. The come-from-behind victory was the 12th-biggest in Cougar Football history and largest since overcoming a 24-7 deficit against Tulane on Oct. 8, 2020.
The comeback win was Tune's ninth at Houston and sixth second half come-from-behind victory. The performance marked the ninth time in which Tune has logged both a passing touchdown and rushing touchdown in a game. He has thrown multiple touchdowns in 23 career games including four consecutive.
SINGLE-GAME TICKETS ON SALE
Single-game advanced tickets start at just $15 with a $12 ticket available for the Sept. 17 home opener against future Big 12 Conference opponent Kansas. Single-game pricing increases to $20 at the box office on game day. To purchase tickets, fans can click here or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647). Other home games at TDECU Stadium include Rice (Sept. 24), Tulane (Sept. 30), USF (Oct. 29), Temple (Nov. 12) and Tulsa (Nov. 25 or 26).
SEASON TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans can be part of all the excitement of the 2022 season by purchasing season tickets for the upcoming campaign at TDECU Stadium! Season tickets start at just $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
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Tune completed 22 of 32 passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 51 yards and a touchdown. In the third overtime, the signal caller leaped over a defender to score on a 13-yard run for the game-winning 2-point conversion.
Baxa delivered two go-ahead 35-yard field goals, coming in the fourth quarter and overtime. His first provided Houston a 24-21 advantage with 23 seconds remaining in regulation. After the Cougars' first overtime drive stalled, Baxa put Houston on top 27-24. He also converted all three extra points. Prior to Saturday, the Pasadena, Texas, native's last made field goal came on Sept. 21, 2019, as a member of the Miami Hurricanes.
Houston rallied from a 14-point deficit in the second half at the Alamadome to snap UTSA's 10-game home winning streak. The come-from-behind victory was the 12th-biggest in Cougar Football history and largest since overcoming a 24-7 deficit against Tulane on Oct. 8, 2020.
The comeback win was Tune's ninth at Houston and sixth second half come-from-behind victory. The performance marked the ninth time in which Tune has logged both a passing touchdown and rushing touchdown in a game. He has thrown multiple touchdowns in 23 career games including four consecutive.
SINGLE-GAME TICKETS ON SALE
Single-game advanced tickets start at just $15 with a $12 ticket available for the Sept. 17 home opener against future Big 12 Conference opponent Kansas. Single-game pricing increases to $20 at the box office on game day. To purchase tickets, fans can click here or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647). Other home games at TDECU Stadium include Rice (Sept. 24), Tulane (Sept. 30), USF (Oct. 29), Temple (Nov. 12) and Tulsa (Nov. 25 or 26).
SEASON TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans can be part of all the excitement of the 2022 season by purchasing season tickets for the upcoming campaign at TDECU Stadium! Season tickets start at just $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
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