LA MIRADA, Calif.- In an exciting finish that will be remembered for years to come, Cal State East Bay's women's soccer team clinched a dramatic 2-1 victory over Biola University with a penalty kick conversion in the final second of regulation at Al Barbour Field. The Pioneers have won two consecutive matches.
GOAL SUMMARY
| Biola 1, Cal State East Bay 0 |
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The Eagles got on the board first in the 19th minute when Marjie Rechin, assisted by Kierstin Havens, found the net to put Biola up 1-0.
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| Cal State East Bay 1, Biola 1 |
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However, the Pioneers' fighting spirit shone through as they quickly equalized less than five minutes later. Kella Folkerts notched her first career goal, thanks to an assist from Harlye Holliday - her second in as many matches.
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| Cal State East Bay 2, Biola 1 |
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As the clock ticked down and a draw loomed, a yellow card issued to Biola in the closing seconds of regulation. The resulting penalty kick presented a golden opportunity for the Pioneers, and Morgan Keller rose to the occasion, slotting home the winning goal with just one second left to give the Pioneers the win.
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- Folkerts led the Pioneers with two total shots.
- East Bay goalkeeper Jazlyn Castillo made three crucial saves to secure her second consecutive win between the posts.
- Despite being outshot 8-6 by Biola, with both teams registering four shots on frame, Cal State East Bay's efficiency in front of goal proved decisive.
Cal State East Bay: 2-1-0
Biola: 0-2-0
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UP NEXT FOR CAL STATE EAST BAY |
The Pioneers will look to build on the momentum as they prepare for their next challenge. Cal State East Bay will face Azusa Pacific on Saturday, September 14, at Cougar Soccer Complex in Azusa, California. Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m.
