Hill Country Lobos, is an American

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team based in Central Texas competing in the Lonestar Division of

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, a pre-professional league that is part of the

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system. Prior to joining USL League 2, the club was known as Central Texas Lobos and played in the

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. The Lobos' regular kit colors are purple, pink, and white. The Lobos are based in Austin, Texas and play home games in the nearby town of Buda, Texas.

History

Pre USL history

In the summer of 2016, the Lobos' team owner, David Walding, announced the franchise would join the

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for the 2016–17 season. In the Lobos' inaugural season, the club won the Texas Cup title. However, following the 2017 season, the Lobos withdrew from the TPSL and joined the

. The Central Texas Lobos also entered the 2018 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup qualification round. In early 2019, it was announced that the Lobos would be moving to a new permanent 4 acre practice facility in South Austin. The club also added a youth academy, and operates a club (Academy Paraiso) that is part of the third division in Honduras.

USL League Two era

In 2023, plans were announced for the club to rebrand as Hill Country Lobos and join

. The following year, the Lobos were grouped in the Lonestar Division and announced former

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coach Luis Alvarado as head coach for their

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. The Lobos finished 6th in the Lonestar Division, recording their first win at the League Two level against Houston FC in a 4-1 home victory.

Sponsorship

Players and Staff

Current technical staff

2025 Roster

As of June 1, 2025

Year-by-year

Awards and honors

**''Runners-up:'' 2023 * Texas Cup ** Champions: 2017

References

External links

Central Texas Lobos
Soccer clubs in Texas USL League Two teams Soccer clubs in Austin, Texas {{Texas-footyclub-stub