(image via Ricky Vega)
We’re continuing our 2026 report card series, recapping each Houston Dash player’s season. Next up is midfielder Sarah Puntigam.
2026 Grade: C
2026 by the numbers
Appearances: 21
Minutes played: 877
Goals: 1
Assists: 0
2026 in review
Puntigam played less than 900 minutes this season but was a good veteran presence in the team. She made eight starts and came off the bench another thirteen times. The Austria captain turned 34 last month and has carved out a valuable role on this Dash team.
Moment of the season
Puntigam came off the bench for only twenty minutes but she scored a decisive penalty deep into second half stoppage time in a dramatic 4-3 win over Racing Louisville. She kept her calm and buried her attempt in the ninth minute of stoppage time to give the Dash a victory at Shell Energy Stadium.
Looking forward
Sarah signed a new contract in September to keep her in Houston through the 2027 season. As a veteran leader that can come off the bench and play a number of roles, she will hold value to the new coaching staff as they look to build the Dash into a contender next year.
