The Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros men’s soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against the Point Loma Nazarene University Sea Lions on September 9, 2026, at Toro Stadium in Carson, California.
Freshman midfielder Amaury Sanders scored the opening goal of the game at 32:05 in the first half, giving the Toros a 1-0 advantage heading into halftime. Though the Toros managed just two shots on goal compared to Point Loma’s six in the first half, Sanders’ goal proved crucial.
In the second half, Point Loma Nazarene dominated the shot count 14-4, putting pressure on the Toros’ defense. Cal State Dominguez Hills goalkeeper Keegan O’Brien made five saves to keep the Sea Lions off the scoreboard for most of the half.
Ultimately, Point Loma Nazarene equalized in the final minute of regulation when Jack Merrill converted a penalty kick, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Following the match, Cal State Dominguez Hills held a 1-1-2 record on the season.
Midfielder Jose Peredia contributed two shots with one on goal during the game. The Toros are scheduled to host Texas A&M International University on September 11, 2026, with kickoff at 7:00 p.m. at Toro Stadium.
CSB Take
Cal State Dominguez Hills demonstrated resilience in holding off a late surge from Point Loma Nazarene despite being heavily outshot in the second half. Amaury Sanders’ timely goal and goalkeeper Keegan O’Brien’s five saves were vital in securing the draw. With upcoming home matches, the Toros have an opportunity to convert draws into wins by maintaining strong defensive efforts and capitalizing on scoring chances in the competitive California Collegiate Athletic Association.
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