TURLOCK, Calif.
2– California State University San Bernardino women’s soccer posted a 4-0 victory over Stanislaus State in a California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) match Thursday evening at Warrior Stadium.
The Coyotes improved their overall record to 4-2-3 and went to 3-0-2 in conference action with the shutout.
Senior Raylene Alcaraz scored two early goals, giving CSUSB a 2-0 lead by halftime. She opened the scoring just 1:23 into the match after fifth-year player Alissa Torres won possession and assisted her inside the box. Alcaraz added her second goal in the 28th minute by dribbling past defenders before finishing solo.
In the second half, sophomore Jaclyn Silva scored her first goal of the season in the 58th minute on an assist from Torres, continuing a scoring run started by fifth-year Ruby Segura, who carried the ball past midfield.
Senior Valerie Garcia capped the scoring off a headed goal in the 86th minute, assisted by junior Jordan Goldstein.
Goalkeeper Bella Ortiz made three saves, securing her fifth consecutive clean sheet and extending her streak to 460 minutes without conceding a goal. Both teams had 14 shots, but CSUSB held a 10-3 advantage in shots on goal.
CSUSB will next play UC Merced at 2 p.m. Sunday at Bobcat Field.
CSB Take
California State University San Bernardino’s dominant 4-0 win over Stanislaus State demonstrates the team’s offensive depth and defensive capability early in the CCAA season. Raylene Alcarazs two goals and Bella Ortizs continued shutout streak underline the squads balanced approach. With an undefeated conference record and key contributions from veterans and emerging players, CSUSB is positioned well for a strong postseason push. Their upcoming road match at UC Merced will be important to sustaining momentum through the conference schedule.
Source: Original report
