The Simpson Red Hawks women’s soccer team fell 2-1 to the Southern Oregon Raiders on September 12, 2026, in Ashland, Oregon, during a Cascade Collegiate Conference contest.
Southern Oregon opened the scoring in the 10th minute with a goal by Tori Lasch, assisted by Macie Yannoni. Simpson answered in the 19th minute when Clair Brown scored her first goal of the season, assisted by Malia Bolden and Anahi Gomez, leveling the match at 1-1.
After a scoreless remainder of the first half, the Raiders retook the lead in the second period. Elsa Voegele capitalized on a blocked shot by Simpson’s Ava Johnson to net the game-winning goal.
Southern Oregon controlled the second half offensively, outshooting Simpson 11-3. Simpson goalkeeper Jenna Sosa recorded six saves but was charged with the loss. Ashlyn Fuss, Southern Oregon’s goalkeeper, made two saves to earn the win.
Simpson will look to rebound Sunday when it hosts Evergreen State College to conclude its preseason schedule.
CSB Take
Simpson University’s women’s soccer team demonstrated fight with an early equalizer but struggled to contain Southern Oregon’s offense in the second half. Defensive lapses, especially on occasions like the blocked shot that led to the decisive goal, proved costly. As Simpson transitions from the preseason to regular conference play, addressing these defensive challenges will be crucial for improving their standing in the Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Source: Original report
