CHICO, Calif. — The Chico State Wildcats women’s soccer team secured a 2-0 home victory over the Menlo Oaks on September 20, 2026, marking their first 2-0 start in California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) play since 2022.
The Wildcats scored both goals in the first half. Makayla Quesada put Chico State ahead with a game-winning header off a free kick assist from Baylee Gregerson and Ava Jara, who recorded her first assist of the season. Shortly after, Gregerson converted a penalty kick to extend the lead to 2-0, earning a goal and assist on the day and maintaining her streak of assists in two consecutive games.
Defensively, Chico State limited Menlo to just four shots, with one on goal. Goalkeeper Charlotte Mailer played all 90 minutes, made one save, and recorded a shutout to preserve the win. The Wildcats applied offensive pressure through the match, maintaining control and keeping the clean sheet.
Chico State’s next game is scheduled against Cal State Dominguez Hills on September 25, 2026, at 7 p.m. in Southern California.
CSB Take
Chico State Wildcats’ 2-0 victory over Menlo marks a significant start to their CCAA campaign after several seasons. The contributions of Makayla Quesada and Baylee Gregerson on offense, coupled with Charlotte Mailer’s solid goalkeeping, showcase a balanced and effective team performance. Continuing this momentum will be crucial as Chico State progresses through conference play, especially in upcoming challenging road matches.
Source: Original report
