Girls soccer

League standings update

By CHRIS TOBOLSKI

The league seasons wraps up this week. Some teams have clinched championships already, but many races are still open. Here's a look at the league standings for the final week of the regular season: Academy LeagueClinched League: openClinched... Full story

O'Connor scores late to lift Beckman past University

By JASON EICHELBERGER

IRVINE - With her team deadlocked at 2-2 late in the second half of Thursday’s match against University, Beckman junior Alexandra O’Connor found the ball and a little space just outside the box. She figured she should at least take a... Full story

Ozer's goal helps Santa Margarita slip past No. 5 Mater Dei

By JASON EICHELBERGER

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - After two unsuccessful corner kick opportunities early in the first half, Santa Margarita junior Gabby Ozer made sure the third time would be the charm. With a flick of her head, she put the Eagles on the verge of assuming... Full story

Two quick-strike goals carry Sana Ana Valley

By CHRIS TOBOLSKI

ANAHEIM - Santa Ana Valley and Savanna combined for three goals in the first 13 minutes, giving Tuesday’s girls soccer match - and showdown for second place in the Orange League - the illusion of a shootout, but one didn’t materialize.... Full story

Aliso Niguel strikes late to tie Mission Viejo

By JASON EICHELBERGER

MISSION VIEJO - Holding a one-goal lead late in the match, the Mission Viejo girls soccer team appeared on the verge of finally posting its first South Coast League win and strengthening its chances for earning a playoff spot. But the hustle of... Full story

Los Alamitos heats up Sunset race by beating Edison, 4-0

By CHRIS TOBOLSKI

Rare consecutive losses, in league competition nonetheless, placed Los Alamitos in a precarious position for the remainder of its league schedule as the Griffins fell into a three-way tie for third place heading into Thursday's showdown with Edison.... Full story

Kickin' It: Rylee Baisden

We talk to Esperanza's standout sophomore.

By JASON EICHELBERGER

With the loss of several key veteran performers, including All-county players Kylie Bono, Courtney Garcia, and Lauren Kennedy, the 2009-10 season appeared destined to be one of reshuffling and rebuilding for the Esperanza Aztecs. However, with... Full story

Villa Park hands Canyon rare loss in league play

By CHRIS TOBOLSKI

Canyon's girls soccer team hadn’t lost in Century League play in 16 matches before Villa Park had its way with the Comanches on Tuesday. On the strength of two first-half goals, the Spartans upset Canyon, 3-0, at Fred Kelly Stadium. Canyon... Full story

No.1 Esperanza remains unbeaten, defeats No.7 Los Alamitos

By JASON EICHELBERGER

LOS ALAMITOS - The Esperanza girls soccer team has used the simple formula of strong defense, opportunistic offense, and strong goalie play. With a match on the road Monday against its biggest league rival, the Aztecs applied their formula, and the... Full story

No change: Mission Viejo vs. Dana Hills ends scoreless again

By JASON EICHELBERGER

DANA HILLS - Both Mission Viejo and Dana Hills spent much of Saturday’s girls soccer match desperately looking for the one break that would secure a much needed win in the South Coast League. But superb goaltending and stout defense prevented... Full story

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