HAYWARD, Calif - Senior Megan Ravenscroft's buzzer beating, game winning overtime goal propelled the Cal Sate East Bay women's soccer team its first California Collegiate Athletic Association victory of the season.
East Bay (2-5-2, 1-3 CCAA) defeated Humboldt State (2-7, 1-3 CCAA) by a final count of 2-1.
Ravenscroft powered the Pioneer women with two goals on the afternoon. In the first half of play Ravenscroft put in the shot on a mistake by the goalie, as she was assisted by Miranda Gonzalez and Nicole Stamper in the 34th minute.
The Lumberjacks answered with a goal of their own by Valarie Perez in the in the 67th minute.
Ravenscroft sealed the game for East Bay after dribbling past the goalie and knocking in the goal in the bottom right corner. She was assisted on the goal by Tia Sidtikun.
For Ravenscroft it was her second multi-goal performance of the season and she now has four goals on the year.
Amy Gerace, Head Coach of the East Bay women's soccer team was thrilled about her team's play in the victory.
"I'm very proud of the team today. They've been playing well but haven't been able to capitalize on their scoring opportunities to get the result," Gerace said.
"The team had plenty of opportunities to finish the game during regulation, but today was an example of their determination and spirit and their commitment to not giving up. I'm so excited for them to get the win. Rachel Robbert came off the bench and provided such a spark for the team. Tia and Jamie have consistently helped the team with their play in the middle of the field. Megan did a great job finding the back of the net with the two goals. We're ready to get back on the field this week to continue improving and to prepare for the upcoming games."
CSUEB outshot Humboldt State 11-5 and outshot the visitors on goal 7-2. Ravenscroft led the way with four shots on goal.
Jasmine Corbett finished with one save for the Pioneer women.
Next up, East Bay will host non-conference opponent UC Santa Cruz on Friday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m.
