Menlo College Women’s Soccer earned a decisive 3-0 victory over the San Francisco State Gators on September 11, 2026, at Wunderlich Field in Atherton, California. The Oaks completed their preseason with a third straight shutout, showcasing strength on both offense and defense.
Olivia Sams led the scoring with two goals, opening the match with a goal in the 8th minute and adding another at the 66th. Avery Grieve also contributed with a goal at the 65th minute and one assist. Jacky Vasquez Lopez supported the attack by providing two assists during the game.
Goalkeeper Caroline Cordes recorded four saves and helped secure her third consecutive shutout to start the season. Defenders Hailey Stevanus, Aaliyah Alatorre, and Tae Detwiler played the full match, limiting San Francisco State to a single corner kick and nine shots, with only four on target.
Menlo College fired a season-high 21 shots with nine on goal and earned six offensive corner kicks. The Oaks will begin California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) play on September 18, 2026, when they travel to face the Cal Poly Humboldt Lumberjacks in Arcata, California.
CSB Take
Menlo College Women’s Soccer’s commanding 3-0 win against San Francisco State reflects the team’s balanced excellence on offense and defense as they close out the preseason. Olivia Sams’ two goals and Caroline Cordes’ third consecutive shutout highlight key individual performances supporting team success. This momentum and strong defensive foundation position the Oaks well as they transition into conference play in the CCAA.
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