AZUSA, Calif. – The Azusa Pacific Cougars women’s soccer team secured a 5-0 victory over the Westcliff Warriors on September 16, 2026, at the Cougar Soccer Complex. The Cougars improved to 3-0-2 on the season and maintained their undefeated home record.
Isabella Santa Maria opened the scoring in the ninth minute with a curled shot over the goalkeeper that followed a pass from Mayilen Salazar. Santa Maria later added a second goal in the second half and assisted Anela Sandobal on a volleyed goal shortly before her brace. Sandobal scored twice, including a free kick goal after Westcliff was reduced to 10 players late in the match. Victoria Castro finished the scoring in the final minutes with a shot from just over 20 yards.
Azusa Pacific dominated the offensive statistics, outshooting Westcliff 25-2, including 17 shots on goal to just one. Goalkeeper Paloma Platas recorded a shutout with one save, marking her second career shutout. This was the first women’s soccer meeting between the two schools, with Westcliff competing in the NAIA’s California Pacific Conference.
The Cougars will next host Whittier College on Saturday at 11 a.m. as part of Homecoming Weekend at the Cougar Soccer Complex.
CSB Take
Azusa Pacific University’s convincing win against Westcliff highlights the Cougars’ strong form early in the season, combining effective offensive production and solid defensive organization. Standout performances from Isabella Santa Maria and Anela Sandobal demonstrate the team’s scoring capabilities, while Paloma Platas’ shutout reflects defensive stability. As the Cougars prepare to face Whittier in an important upcoming match, sustaining this level of play will be crucial to continued success during their Division III era.
Source: Original report
