Westcliff University opened its Cal Pac Conference schedule with a 2-1 road victory over the Simpson Red Hawks on October 2, 2026, at California Park in Simpson, California. The game marked a significant milestone for Westcliff Warriors men’s soccer head coach Randy Dodge, who earned his 450th NAIA career win.
Dan-Lewis Bamana put Westcliff ahead in the 17th minute, scoring the opening goal. Simpson’s Silvestre Quintero equalized in the 29th minute, sending both teams into halftime tied 1-1. The game-winning goal came in the 60th minute when El Hadj Hamzaoui converted a pass from Christopher Dommer to give Westcliff the lead for good.
Westcliff dominated the match statistically, outshooting Simpson 23-6 and producing 12 corner kicks compared to Simpson’s one. Westcliff goalkeeper Olly Scott made four saves while Simpson’s Julian Mejia recorded seven saves in a strong effort.
Coach Randy Dodge, celebrating his coaching milestone spanning 24 seasons at Westcliff and Vanguard, remarked on his team’s effort: “We go on the road for our first conference game, and it was a battle – we were all over them for the majority of the game. They got a great goal. We couldn’t finish, you know, again, it’s frustrating at times, but at least we’re creating those chances to finish.” He credited his players and coaching staff for the achievement, noting the camaraderie and friendships that have shaped his career.
With this win, Westcliff improves to 1-0 in Cal Pac conference play. The Warriors will face Pacific Union on October 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. in another conference matchup.
CSB Take
Westcliff University’s victory against Simpson provided a strong start to its Cal Pac campaign and highlighted the enduring leadership of coach Randy Dodge. Reaching 450 NAIA wins underscores his sustained success and influence in collegiate men’s soccer over more than two decades. The Warriors’ offensive pressure and disciplined defense suggest they are well-positioned for the challenges of conference play and postseason aspirations. Maintaining this momentum will be essential as they prepare for their next matchup against Pacific Union.
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