Cats down Lancers to remain undefeated

The Saddleback women's soccer team improved to 4-0 with a 1-0 victory at Pasadena City College on Friday evening in Pasadena.  With the win, the Bobcats moved to the top spot in the state in power points.

Saddleback and Pasadena City was a rematch of last year's regional finals, so it made sense that the game would have some extra emotion and a close outcome.  The two squads remained scoreless through the first 45 minutes, with Saddleback holding a 4-1 advantage in total shots through the first frame.

Saddleback came out with intensity in the second half and finally broke through when they were given a penalty kick when Pasadena City was called for a foul inside the box.  Jinan Said made good on the opportunity with her second goal of the season to give the Bobcats a lead they would never relinquish.

Saddleback controlled play throughout the second half, outshooting the Lancers 10-4 over the final 45 minutes.  Pasadena City never recorded a shot on goal the entire night, making things fairly easy for keeper Maycie Pugh.

Saddleback is now 4-0 to start the season.  The Bobcats moved into the top spot in the state in power points, which is one of the main criteria for post-season selection.  Right on their heels at No. 2 is Pasadena City, who dropped to 3-1 with the loss.

Saddleback will host Santa Barbara City College on Tuesday as part of a double-header with the men's team.  The two squads are set to start at 4:00 PM inside the stadium.