ALAMEDA, Calif. – The Cal State East Bay women's soccer team closed its 2026 season Thursday afternoon with a 4-0 loss to Cal State San Bernardino at the Oakland Roots Training Facility. The Pioneers generated 13 shots, including eight in the second half, but were unable to break through against the Coyotes. East Bay concluded the season with a 3-12-2 overall record and a 2-9-2 mark in CCAA play.
The Pioneers created several opportunities in the opening half, with Kella Folkerts recording East Bay's first shot in the 12th minute. Lily Larez followed with an attempt on goal in the 17th minute, forcing a save from San Bernardino goalkeeper Bella Ortiz.
East Bay continued to generate chances, as Daniela Aceves put a shot on goal in the 22nd minute. However, the Coyotes broke through shortly afterward when Maya Alston scored at 21:56 to give San Bernardino a 1-0 advantage. Lillian Morris responded with another shot on goal for the Pioneers in the 23rd minute, but Ortiz made the save.
The Pioneers entered halftime trailing by one goal despite recording five shots, three of which were on target.
San Bernardino extended its lead early in the second half, with Angelyn Pena scoring at 47:09 off an assist from Alissa Torres. Alston added her second goal of the match at 51:55, giving the Coyotes a 3-0 advantage.
East Bay continued to search for an offensive response, with Isabella Ramos putting a shot on goal in the 59th minute. The Coyotes added their fourth goal in the 69th minute when Jordan Goldstein scored at 68:14 off an assist from Ayme Delgado.
The Pioneers continued to create opportunities late in the match, recording several attempts over the final 20 minutes. Christin Broyles put a shot on target in the 85th minute, while Larez, Ramos, Alisi Tauataina and Jenna McDonnell also generated second-half chances.
Larez, Ramos, McDonnell and Broyles each finished with two shots to lead East Bay. Five different Pioneers recorded a shot on goal, while the team finished with 13 total attempts.
In goal, Yvette Torres played the opening 68:14 and recorded four saves before Bianca Avila entered for the final 21:46, adding two saves. East Bay finished with six total saves, while San Bernardino recorded 14 shots, including 10 on goal.
The Pioneers continued to compete throughout the afternoon, generating eight second-half shots and creating opportunities late in the contest as they brought their 2026 campaign to a close.
