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Hawaii soccer team wins at CSUN to match best 3-game Big West start
It was a points-or-bust kind of evening for the Hawaii soccer team. -- Spectrum News 9
CSUN Women’s Soccer Challenges Hawai’i & UC San Diego in Big West Showdown
CSUN Women's Soccer is set to host Hawai'i and UC San Diego in crucial Big West matches this week. Currently, the Matadors have a mixed record of 1-1-1 in conference play and aim to improve upon their overall record of 3-8-1. After a recent split in matches, including a significant victory over Long Beach State, CSUN now faces the Rainbow Wahine, who are on a four-match winning streak, followed by a contest against the Tritons, who are struggling this season. -- BVM Sports
Men’s Soccer Claims Important Road Draw Against CSUN
UC Riverside's men's soccer team earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against CSUN, marking their second consecutive road point. The Highlanders fell behind early when CSUN scored in the ninth minute, but freshman Wyatt Ponting equalized in the 75th minute. UCR's defense remained crucial, with goalkeeper Carlos Gonzalez making key saves to maintain the tie. This result marks UCR's first point in a Big West opener since 2016, continuing their solid form with only one loss in their last five matches. -- BVM Sports
CSUN Hires Mike Torie as Throws Coach: A Power Move for Track
CSUN has appointed Mike Torie as the new Throws Coach for its track and field program. Head coach Justin Johnson highlighted Torie's extensive experience and positive coaching style as key factors that will enhance the training environment for the athletes. Torie is transitioning from Simi Valley High School, where he significantly impacted the throws program, including coaching a state finalist and multiple league and county champions. -- BVM Sports
CSUN Hires Mike Torie as Throws Coach: A Power Move for Track
CSUN has appointed Mike Torie as the new Throws Coach for its track and field program. Head coach Justin Johnson highlighted Torie's extensive experience and positive coaching style as key factors that will enhance the training environment for the athletes. Torie is transitioning from Simi Valley High School, where he significantly impacted the throws program, including coaching a state finalist and multiple league and county champions. -- BVM Sports
CSUN Ends Long Beach State Winless Streak with 1-0 Victory
CSUN women's soccer secured its first victory at Long Beach State since 2012, winning 1-0 thanks to a sixth-minute goal by Yoshi Rubalcava. The Matadors' defense, led by goalkeeper Riley Liebsack, achieved their second shutout of the season, making five critical saves. Despite Long Beach State outshooting CSUN 13-6 overall, the Matadors held on for the win, showcasing resilience and a solid defensive performance. -- BVM Sports
CSUN Men’s Soccer Falls 4-3 to Seattle U in Thrilling Match
CSUN Men's Soccer faced a tough defeat against Seattle U, losing 4-3 in their final non-conference matchup. The Matadors initially led 2-0 with goals from Zion Wagoner and Deryk Jones, Jr., but Seattle rallied to score four unanswered goals. Despite a late goal from Michael Blevins, CSUN couldn’t equalize, resulting in their third loss in the last four matches. -- BVM Sports
Long Beach State Women’s Soccer Falls to CSUN 1-0 in Upset
Long Beach State women's soccer suffered a disappointing setback against Cal State Northridge, losing 1-0 despite commanding the match statistically. An early goal from CSUN's Yoshi Rubalcava, capitalizing on a defensive mistake, proved decisive as LBSU managed to outshoot the Matadors 13-6 with no shots on target from CSUN afterward. Coach Mauricio Ingrassia emphasized the need for better ball control, acknowledging the team's struggle to recover after the early goal. This loss marks CSUN's first victory over LBSU since 2019, adding to LBSU's ongoing effort to boost their performance. LBSU captain Julia Moore expressed confidence in the team's resilience and camaraderie, insisting they will focus on their next challenge. -- BVM Sports
Men’s and Women’s Soccer Honors CSUN Faculty on MVP Day
The CSUN men's and women's soccer teams celebrated the inaugural MVP (Most Valuable Professor) Day on September 22, 2024, by honoring 31 professors at Matador Soccer Field. The event highlighted the contributions of faculty to student-athletes' academic journeys. During halftime of the men's soccer match, which CSUN won 2-1 against Santa Clara, each athlete recognized a professor. The women's soccer match ended in a 1-1 draw against Cal State Fullerton, where professors were similarly honored. CSUN's Director of Athletics, Shawn Chin-Farrell, emphasized the importance of both academic and athletic success. -- BVM Sports
CSUN Faces Rivals Long Beach State, UC Irvine in Big West Showdown
CSUN Women's Soccer is gearing up for two crucial Big West matches, starting with Long Beach State on Thursday and concluding with UC Irvine on Sunday. Currently holding a record of 2-7-1 and 0-0-1 in conference play, the Matadors aim to rebound after a tie with Cal State Fullerton and a loss to San Diego last week. Yoshi Rubalcava, who scored in the last match, leads the team with two goals. The squad is looking for its first road win against Long Beach State since 2012 and its first overall win against them since 2019. -- BVM Sports