OAKLAND, Calif. – California State University, East Bay women’s soccer secured a 4-2 victory over Dominican University of California on September 14, 2026, during a nonconference match. The Pioneers opened the game strong with three first-half goals and added a fourth goal in the second half, holding off a late rally by the Penguins.
East Bay scored first in the eighth minute with Kella Folkerts converting a cross from Kaylie McKee. Shortly after, Taylor Hodges extended the lead with a long-range goal. McKee contributed a third goal for the Pioneers in the 17th minute from outside the box.
Dominican University of California responded in the 31st minute when Guilianna McCarty scored her first goal of the season, assisted by Kamaya Yazzie. Goalkeeper Rylee Buesing made five saves to keep Dominican within striking distance through the first half.
East Bay increased their advantage in the 57th minute with Folkerts scoring her second goal of the match, assisted by Hodges. Dominican fought back, with Bailey Nadell scoring her first goal of the season in the 69th minute on an assist from Gia Aldama. The Penguins generated several chances late in the game, taking 12 shots with five on goal compared to East Bay’s 13 shots with nine on target, but could not close the gap.
Dominican University of California will conclude its nonconference schedule Saturday at noon against Jessup University at Warrior Field in Rocklin.
CSB Take
California State University, East Bay’s early offensive surge proved decisive against Dominican University of California, despite the Penguins’ spirited second-half efforts. Dominican’s ability to produce first goals of the season for players such as Guilianna McCarty and Bailey Nadell signals developing offensive potential. Continued focus on defensive consistency and capitalizing on scoring opportunities will be vital for the Penguins as they enter conference play.
Source: Original report
