Long Beach State Women’s Soccer is positioned in a five-way tie for fourth place in the Big West Conference with 12 points, contending for three spots in the conference championship. The Beach will face Utah Valley on October 28 in Orem, Utah, followed by a Senior Day home game against Cal State Bakersfield on October 31 in Long Beach, California.
Senior forward Cherrie Cox leads the team with a team-high 13 goals this season, ranking 11th nationally and tied for the Long Beach State career scoring record with 36 goals. Cox has been a key contributor, including scoring the game-winning goal in recent contests.
Defender Natalie Arnold has recently recorded consecutive braces, contributing six goals and two assists through 51 career appearances. Midfielder Ameera White has stood out with eight assists (tied for 18th nationally) and five goals this season, including three scored over a recent week via free kicks and penalties. Senior Radisson Banks and team captain Jordan Candelaria have also been important contributors throughout the season.
The team’s defense has achieved seven shutouts this year, anchored by senior goalkeeper Aurora Schuck, who ranks third in program history in shutouts and wins, and redshirt sophomore Amaya Sanles, who has recorded shutouts in her first collegiate starts. Senior defender Zoe Willis has played every minute this season, helping to anchor the defense.
Long Beach State is coached by Mauricio Ingrassia, who is in his 23rd season and holds a 218-155-65 career record at the school. The Beach hold a strong road record this season at 4-1-3, outscoring opponents 17-7 away from home.
CSB Take
With two crucial games remaining, Long Beach State Women’s Soccer is in a critical position to secure a berth in the Big West Championship. The leadership of Cherrie Cox, tied for the school’s career scoring record, coupled with a stout defensive unit positions the Beach well for postseason play. How the team performs in these final regular-season contests will determine their standing in the conference tournament, making each game highly significant for both players and fans.
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