On September 9, 2026, the Point Loma Nazarene Sea Lions men’s soccer team secured a 1-1 tie against the Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros in a competitive road match in Carson, California. The Toros scored first in the 33rd minute, taking the early lead against the reigning PacWest champions.
Point Loma responded with persistent offensive pressure, outshooting Cal State Dominguez Hills 14-4 in the second half and 18-7 overall. Sea Lions goalkeeper Jeremy Caringella notably advanced into the opposing penalty area during a late corner kick, winning a header that struck a defender’s arm and the crossbar. After a VAR review, this sequence resulted in a penalty kick awarded to Point Loma.
Freshman midfielder Jack Merrill converted the penalty with less than a minute remaining in regulation to tie the game. This goal marked Merrill’s second of the season and reinforced his growing role in the Sea Lions’ offense.
The matched pitted the reigning conference champions of the PacWest and California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA), highlighting the competitive quality of the fixture. Following this road series, Point Loma is scheduled to host Cal State Monterey Bay on September 12 at 1 p.m.
CSB Take
Point Loma Nazarene’s ability to rally late and salvage a tie on the road against another conference champion underscores their competitiveness early in the season. The decisive role played by Jack Merrill and critical actions by goalkeeper Jeremy Caringella reflect developing strengths on the roster. With momentum from this result, the Sea Lions can build confidence as they embark on upcoming home matches in the PacWest Conference schedule.
Source: Original report
