Leslie Bryant All American Female Athlete of the Year

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1 Saturday, January 16, 2010 Leslie Bryant All American Female Athlete of the Year Philadelphia, PA - Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer player Leslie Bryant was announced as All American Female Athlete of the Year by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) at the annual convention in Philadelphia on Saturday. Bryant, who was flown out to Philadelphia to receive the honor, won in the Junior College Division 3 bracket. Bryant becomes the first Santiago Canyon College (SCC) athlete to win the award. SCC Team Captain Amanda Hardeman was also named First Team All- American. Bryant was part of the SCC 2009 State and National Championship team, and was also named 2009 Orange Empire Conference (OEC) Player of the Year. In addition, Bryant led the SCC 2006 State Championship team and was OEC Player of the Year as a freshmen in that year as well. Bryant, an uncompromising central defender, hails from Irvine. She scored 6 goals in 2009, 5 of which were game winners. SCC Women's Soccer Attend Make-A-Wish Foundation Event Women's Soccer Student-Athletes attended a Make-A-Wish Foundation Orientation on Wednesday night in Tustin. Athletic Trainer, Kelsey Bains led student-athletes, Jessica

2 Brillantes, Michelle Carels, Erin Farber, Casey Herman, and Briana Lopez to the 3 hour orientation. The Make-A-Wish Foundation works across the globe to help make wishes come true for children with life-threatening medical issues. Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer is proud to have our student-athletes take such an interest in participating in local events to help young people less fortunate than themselves. Well done ladies. Orange Empire Conference Awards Announced Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer dominated the Orange Empire Conference (OEC) Awards. Leslie Bryant was named 2009 OEC Most Valuable Player for the second time repeating her achievement after being named 2006 OEC MVP as a freshman. Named to the All-league First Team selection were sophomores, Jessica Brillantes, Jacqueline Hanna, Amanda Hardeman and Monique Silva. Allleague Second Team student athletes are sophomores Evelyn Gomez, and Jacqueline Hanna as well as freshmen Cassie Becker and Stacey Cervantes. Coach Ian Woodhead was named 2009 OEC Coach of the Year. Congratulations to all.

3 December 16, 2009 Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer Officially Announced as National Champions The Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer team has been formally announced as National Champions by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. This recognition is based on a ranking procedure. This is the first time a Santiago Canyon College athletic team has been recognized as National Champions. The team was State Champions and #2 in the nation in 2006 and #3 in the nation in This is truly a remarkable achievement, particularly when taking into account the team beat five of the top fifteen ranked teams in the nation. Their outstanding season included victories over nationally ranked #3 Cosumnes River College, #5 nationally ranked American River College, #7 nationally ranked Ventura College, #10 nationally ranked Fresno City College and #14 nationally ranked Cerritos College. Congratulations to all our student athletes and coaches!

4 December 6, 2009 Hawks Win State Championship Sacramento, CA - The undefeated Hawks marched to their second State Championship Title in four years on Sunday with a 1-0 win over host Cosumnes River College. Battling the elements as well as a talented team with the luxuries of home field advantage, the Hawks came through, deservedly gaining the State Crown with another fine performance. In cold, blustery conditions, the Hawks failed to convert concerted pressure in to goalscoring opportunities in the first-half. Brooke McCaughin went close hitting the cross-bar from a free-kick and Bri Lopez always looked dangerous down the right-hand side but the sides went in to the break on even terms. Within minutes of the re-start, Lopez went close, and Leslie Bryant headed over as the Hawks began to turn the pressure in to chances. Mid-way through the half, Team Captain, Amanda Hardeman broke the deadlock. A McCaughin corner was halfcleared to Hardeman who took the ball on her chest and crashed home a half-volley from fifteen yards. It was a superb strike and the Hawks continued to look for the second goal. As the end of the game approached, Cosumnes River pushed numbers on. The Hawks defended strongly and Cassie Becker was called upon to make one late save in preserving the shut-out. At the final whistle, Santiago Canyon College celebrated and Amanda Hardeman and Jessica Brillantes stepped up to collect the Championship trophy. Jacqueline Turner was announced as Tournament Most Valuable Player.

5 The Hawks were roared on by a huge contingency from Orange County who had made the seven hour journey to Sacremento. They were rewarded with a great win for their efforts. Thanks to all those who travelled and congratulations to Santiago Canyon College Women s Soccer on an outstanding and undefeated season. December 4, 2009 Hawks 3, American River 2 Sacramento, CA - The Hawks advanced to the State Championship Final for the third time in four years with a 3-2 win over American River College. In a high intensity battle, American River College took the lead from a free-kick around the half hour mark and held the lead in to the halftime break. The Hawks responded with in minutes of the second half beginning, when Bri Lopez connected with Michelle Carels who fired the equalizer from close range. Lopez herself then put the Hawks ahead before American River tied it up from a corner to make it 2-2. A ferocious strike from Carels put the Hawks in the lead again but more drama was to follow when Mo Silva was given a straight red card for retaliation. The Hawks re-organized and saw the remaining 15 minutes out with ten men to earn a place in the State Championship Final. The Final will be played against the host college Cosumnes River on

6 Sunday, December 6 th at 10am. Thanks to the many traveling Hawks supporters who traveled up to Sacramento to support the team today. November 28, 2009 Hawks Bound for Final Four Stacey Cervantes scored the game winning goal. Orange, CA - Another convincing display by the Hawks led to a convincing 1-0 win over a previously unbeaten Moorpark Raiders team. The Western State Conference North Champions were determined opposition and their resolute defensive line held strong despite constant Hawks pressure. The game winner came ten minutes in to the second period when Stacey Cervantes converted a Michelle Carels corner. The Hawks looked composed under pressure defensively, and goal-keeper Cassie Becker recorded the shut-out with out having to make a save. The Hawks now move on to their 3 rd Final Four appearance in the last 4 years to be held at Cosumnes River College in Elk Grove, south of Sacramento. Thank you to all the Hawks following who turned out in numbers again today.

7 November 24, 2009 Hawks Defeat 2008 State Champions Kaylee Schneekluth scored the lone goal of the game. Orange, CA - The two year State Championship reign of Cerritos College Falcons in Women s Soccer ended with defeat to Santiago Canyon College in another impressive display for the home team. The talented Falcons never really got in to gear, as the Hawks defense dominated from first to last, and created a great platform from which to attack. Going forward, Jessica Brilliantes, Bri Lopez and Brooke McCaughin all went close. But it was Kaylee Schneekluth who scored the only goal, driving the ball across the keeper and in to the side netting, mid-way through the second half. The Falcons pushed numbers forward, but never really troubled the Hawks who continued to push for the second goal to seal the win. The Hawks now play for a place in the State Final 4 at home to Moorpark College on Saturday, November 28 th at 2pm. Thanks to all the support, including Santiago Canyon College students, sports teams, faculty and staff, that came out to cheer on the Hawks today. November 23, 2009 Second Round Game Time Announced The Hawks will host Cerritos College in the second round of the Southern California Regional Playoffs. Kick-off is scheduled for 2pm at the SCC Soccer Field.

8 The Commission on Athletics (COA) is the governing body of community college athletics and they set the admission prices for all regional and state playoff games. Admission fees from all playoff games are sent to the COA to offset costs. The admission price for the game is: $8 general admission, $5 Faculty, Students, Seniors, Staff, Children under 12. November 21, 2009 Hawks 4, Dons 0 Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College were matched up against district rival Santa Ana in the first-round of play-offs and ran out victorious for the third time this season. The Hawks dominated from the out-set against a spirited Dons team. Goals from Stacey Cervantes and Leslie Bryant separated the teams at half-time. Kaylee Schneekluth scored the third mid-way through the second period and a fine header from Jessica Olsen capped off proceedings. The Hawks will now play the winner of Cerritos and San Diego Mesa at home on Tuesday, November 24th at a game time to be determined. Thanks to all the support who came out to cheer on the Hawks today.

9 November 17, 2009 Playoff Update The Hawks will host district rival, Santa Ana College, in the first round of the Southern California Regional Playoffs on Saturday, November 21st. Kick-off is scheduled for 11am on the SCC Soccer Field. The Commission on Athletics (COA) is the governing body of community college athletics and they set the admission prices for all regional and state playoff games. Admission fees from all playoff games are sent to the COA to offset costs. The admission price for the game is: $8 general admission, $5 Faculty, Students, Seniors, Staff, Children under 12. November 13, 2009 Hawks Defeat Tigers Orange, CA The Hawks finish their regular season with a victory against Riverside Community College. Sophomore, Amanda Hardeman scored a hat-trick against Riverside. Amanda Hardeman started the scoring 10 minutes into the game, driving a ball over the Riverside keeper from 25 yards. Bri Lopez scored the second goal, taking a through pass from Miram Reyes and slotting it into the bottom corner. After the break, good work from Evelyn Gomez created two more goals for Hardeman. With 25 minutes to go, Riverside was able to pull a goal back. Karly Weeks scored in the last minutes of the game on a cross from Casey Herman and good work from Stacey Cervantes.

10 Thank you to all who came to support the Hawks today. SCC will host the Southern California Regional 1 st Round Playoff game on Saturday, November 21, Game time and opponent will be announced on Tuesday, November 17 th. November 10, 2009 Hawks Win at Cypress Cypress, CA - In a typically competitive Hawks versus Chargers encounter, Santiago Canyon won 2-1 with goals from Michelle Carels and Leslie Bryant despite not quite playing at their best. It was the usual high tempo start. Cypress struck a post in the opening minute. The Hawks responded and minutes later Jacqueline Turner crossed for Carels to head the first goal. In the last meeting between the two teams, two penalties helped put Cypress on the board and today it was the same. A controversial penalty decision allowed Cypress to tie the game up from the spot ten minutes before half, and the teams headed in to the interval even. After the break the Hawks absorbed some Charger pressure with Hawks Keeper Cassie Becker rarely called in to action, but making one fine save from long range. With ten minutes remaining, Evelyn Gomez was fouled in the area after good work from Jessica Brillantes. Bryant stepped up to score from the spot. Brillantes then went close with a header that would have made it 3-1. The Hawks played out the remaining minutes for the win. The Hawks play their final Orange Empire Conference game of the season against

11 Riverside College at 1 pm on Friday, November 13 th. Thanks to all the traveling support who came to watch the game today. November 6, 2009 Hawks Claim Conference Title Orange, CA - The Hawks were crowned Conference Champions for the 6 th consecutive year with a convincing 6-0 win over a brave Irvine Valley Lasers team. Bri Lopez opened the scoring latching on to a cross-field pass before hitting a firm drive past the keeper. Amanda Hardeman then turned provider as Jessica Brillantes scored twice and the Hawks led at the break 3-0. Sophomore, Michelle Carels scored two goals against Irvine Valley. Michelle Carels topped a fine performance with 2 second-half goals and Stacey Cervantes also added to the total as the Hawks ran-out comfortable winners. Next up for the Hawks, as the team enters the last week of league play, is Cypress College on Tuesday, November 10 th at 3pm. November 3, 2009 Hawks Win at Golden West Sophomore, Evelyn Gomez scored two goals against Golden West. Huntington Beach, CA - Three goals in each half at Golden West brought the Hawks one step closer to their 6 th consecutive Orange Empire Conference title. The Hawks were quickly back on track against a hardworking Golden West team after a disappointing performance on Friday. Stacey Cervantes opened the scoring after

12 just 6 minutes and the second from Bri Lopez followed 5 minutes later, both goals assisted by Michelle Carels. Jessica Brillantes scored the third after good work from Brooke McCaughin. After the break, two goals in the first ten minutes from Evelyn Gomez sealed the victory. Jessica Olsen scored the sixth in the closing stages to wrap up the points. Marissa Ghani and Casey Herman shared the shut-out. The Hawks play next at home to Irvine Valley on Friday, November 6 th at 3pm. October 30, 2009 Hawks 2, Santa Ana 1 Orange, CA - The ghouls and goblins of Halloween seemed to distract the Hawks in a disjointed performance against a determined Santa Ana team. The Hawks dominated the contest from beginning to end, but failed to produce the quality they expect of themselves in all areas of the field. A goal by Amanda Hardeman, as she followed in to score from close range separated the teams at half-time. The team failed to connect on a glut of chances in the second period before Jessica Brillantes headed the second assisted by Stacey Cervantes. In the late stages of the game, a Santa Ana shot from wide made the score 2-1 but the Hawks were never real under any threat of conceding further. SCC plays next away at Golden West College on Tuesday, November 3 rd at 6pm.

13 October 23, 2009 Hawks Avenge 1st Round Tie Fullerton, CA After a scoreless first half, three second-half goals were the difference between the two teams. The Hornets battled hard to hold the Hawks scoreless for 50 minutes. The breakthrough came when Jacqueline Turner worked herself down the right side and played a ball to Amanda Hardeman for the finish. Shortly after the first goal, Stacey Cervantes played a ball to Evelyn Gomez, who rode a tackle and calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner. The third goal came minutes before the final whistle. Jessica Brillantes found Jessica Olsen, who headed the ball into the far corner to seal the victory. Behind the SCC defense, Cassie Becker was never really threatened and recorded the shut-out. The Hawks next host Santa Ana College on Friday, October 30 th at 3pm. Thank you to all the traveling fans who came to support the Hawks. October 20, 2009 Three First-Half Goals Enough for Hawks Freshman, Bri Lopez had a goal and assist against Orange Coast. Orange, CA - First half goals from Jessica Brillantes, Bri Lopez and Stacey Cervantes separated the first and second placed teams as the Hawks won 3-0 at home. Brillantes converted a Michelle Carels corner for the opening goal with five minutes gone. Three minutes later Brillantes turned provider. A cross-field ball found Lopez who struck the

14 ball back across the keeper for the second. The Hawks had to wait until the 35 th minute to add to their tally, with Cervantes slotting the ball underneath the advancing keeper after a ball in from Amanda Hardeman. Coast improved after the break, but never really mounted a serious threat, as the Hawks defense and Cassie Becker in goal earned the shut-out. The Hawks play next away at Fullerton College on Friday, October 23 rd at 3pm. For those unable to attend, this game is scheduled to be broadcast through online radio at October 16, 2009 Hawks 4, Guachos 0 Sophomore, Amanda Hardeman scored a header against Saddleback. Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College continued to impress in a 4-0 win over Saddleback College. After just 3 minutes, Michelle Carels played in a deep cross, Sara Foley knocked it back across goal and Bri Lopez drove it home for the first. Amanda Hardeman then powered a header from an Ally Cerda corner to make it two after 20 minutes. Ten minutes later Jessica Brillantes capitalized after good work from Brooke McCaughin to make it 3-0. After the break, Kristen Prindible sent a ball to Brillantes who struck again, hitting a drive across the keeper for the fourth. Cassie Becker and Marissa Ghani combined for the shut-out. The Hawks play next at home to Orange Coast College at 3pm on Tuesday October 20 th.

15 October 13, 2009 Hawks Beat Tigers Norco, CA - SCC beat 2 nd placed Riverside 1-0 at the Norco complex in a game the Hawks dominated from start to finish. Freshman goalkeeer, Cassie Becker organizes her defense. Despite out-shooting the Tigers 16-2, the Hawks took until the 73 rd minute to break the deadlock. Stacey Cervantes found Bri Lopez down the right-hand side. Lopez raced beyond her defender and then was brought down in the box. Leslie Bryant stepped up to convert the penalty kick. The Hawks back-line of Jacqueline Hanna, Jacqueline Turner, Kaylee Schneekluth and Bryant held strong through-out to protect Keeper Cassie Becker who claimed the shut-out. The Hawks play next at home to Saddleback College at 6pm on Friday, October 16 th. October 9, 2009 Hawks Win at Home Sophomore, Leslie Bryant scored the game-winning goal. Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College beat Cypress Chargers 3-2 with goals from Evelyn Gomez, Amanda Hardeman and Leslie Bryant. In what was a much anticipated encounter, the Hawks started strongly and were rewarded in the 18 th minute when Gomez scored the opening goal from the edge of the area. The Hawks doubled the lead in the 31 st minute when Hardeman steered a header across the keeper from a Bryant free kick. The

16 Chargers got on the board with a penalty 2 minutes before half-time. Four minutes in to the second period Bryant scored direct from a 30 yard free-kick to put the Hawks up 3-1. Cypress were then awarded a disputed penalty in the 71 st minute to pull the score back to 3-2. The Chargers late pressure in search of an equalizer was to no avail. The Hawks travel next to Riverside on Tuesday, October 13 th. Kick-off at the Norco campus is at 3pm. October 6, 2009 Hawks Beat Lasers Orange, CA - Three first-half goals from Stacey Cervantes set the Hawks on their way to a convincing win against a determined Irvine Valley Lasers team. Jacqueline Hanna also converted a Brooke McCaughin corner, and Evelyn Gomez struck a fifth on the stroke of half-time. Freshman, Stacey Cervantes scored a hat-trick against Irvine Valley. In the second period, Amanda Hardeman prodded home from close range for the sixth, and sisters Miriam and Blanca Reyes each tallied to complete the scoring. Cassie Becker and Marissa Ghani shared the shutout. The Hawks play next at home on Friday, October 9 th against Cypress College. Kick-off is at 3pm.

17 October 2, 2009 Hawks Beat Rustlers Freshman, Stacey Cervantes scored two goals against Golden West. Orange, CA - Seven different goal-scorers found the net as Santiago Canyon College Hawks beat a brave Golden West College Rustlers team 8-0. Four first-half goals from Jacqueline Turner, Jessica Brillantes, Amanda Hardeman and Stacey Cervantes set the Hawks on their way. Cervantes, Evelyn Gomez, Michelle Carels and Karly Weeks grabbed second-half goals and Keepers Cassie Becker and Maegan Duncan preserved the shut-out. The Hawks play next away at Irvine Valley College on Tuesday, October 6 th at 1pm. Irvine Valley College have informed us no parking permits are required for visitors in parking lots 8 and 8A for the duration of the game. Thanks to all those who came out today to cheer on the Hawks. September 29, 2009 SCC Win at Santa Ana Sophomore, Broke McCaughin scored two goals against Santa Ana. Santa Ana, CA - Brooke McCaughin scored two first-half goals to set the Hawks on their way to victory at district rival Santa Ana College. An improved Santa Ana Dons team came in to the contest with a 6-2 record. The Hawks however dominated from the beginning and opened the scoring in the 20th minute. Jacqueline Turner returned a deep cross for McCaughin at the top of the box and her first time left-footed strike broke the deadlock. The second came after good work from Miriam Reyes who set up McCaughin to drive home from outside the area.

18 A corner two minutes in to the second half resulted in the third as Michelle Carels opened her goal-scoring account for the season. Bri Lopez followed in a Jessica Olsen shot ten minutes from time to wrap up the points. Marissa Ghani and Maegan Duncan combined for the shut-out in the 4-0 win. The Hawks play next at home on Friday, October 2nd against Golden West College at 3pm. September 22, 2009 Hawks Tie at Home Orange, CA - The Hawks failed to win in their league home opener against a committed Fullerton Hornets team. Despite out-shooting the opposition 20-4, SCC could not find a way to turn their chances in to goals, and were forced to share the points. Sophomore, Jessica Brillantes scroed the second goal against Fullerton. After absorbing SCC s early pressure, Fullerton opened the scoring with their first chance of the game. SCC responded with a goal from Stacey Cervantes who followed in to tie the score 1-1. Jessica Brillantes then gave the Hawks the lead as she converted a Kaylee Schneekluth cross to put the Hawks 2-1 up at half-time. The Hawks again dominated the second period, but could not clear a goal-mouth scramble, and Fullerton tied it up 2-2. Late pressure from SCC did not break the Hornets. The Hawks have a week to prepare for their next contest away at district rival Santa Ana College at 1pm on Tuesday, September 29 th.

19 September 18, 2009 Hawks Win at Coast Costa Mesa, CA - Goals from Mo Silva and Evelyn Gomez were enough for the Hawks to earn a 2-1 win at Orange Coast College. The Hawks early pressure, against an improved Pirates team, went unrewarded until Silva broke the deadlock mid-way through the first half. Karly Weeks took the return ball from Jessica Brillantes and crossed for Silva who slotted the ball past the keeper left-footed from 12 yards. The Pirates responded and tied it up around the half-hour mark. A shot from distance was tipped on to the cross bar by Hawks keeper Marissa Ghani, then rebounded back off her in to the goal to make it 1-1. The Hawks continued to press in the second period in search of the second goal. Good work from Miriam Reyes slipped Evelyn Gomez in beyond the Coast back line and she slid the ball across the keeper and in to the goal. As SCC looked for a third goal, the Hawks defense held firm to the final whistle. Cassie Becker recorded the second half shut-out. The Hawks play their opening home game of league next Tuesday, September 22nd at 3pm. Thanks to the large following of people who traveled to see the team play today.

20 September 15, 2009 Hawks Victorious in League Opener San Juan Capistrano, CA - Santiago Canyon College Women s Soccer opened league with a convincing 5-0 victory on the road at Saddleback College. The Hawks dominated from the outset against a brave Gaucho team. After 18 minutes a good serve from Jessica Olsen found Sara Foley to head the first. Later in the half Foley returned the favor, playing Olsen in behind the Saddleback defense and she calmly lifted the ball over the keeper for the third goal. In between times, Stacey Cervantes followed in to score after Miriam Reyes hit the bar. In the second period it was Cervantes again, this time finishing a cross from Ally Cerda. Jessica Brilliantes rounded out the scoring. Marissa Ghani and Cassie Becker combined for the shut-out. The Hawks play next on the road at Orange Coast College, Friday, September 18th at 3pm. Thanks to all the traveling Hawks support today. September 11, 2009 Hawks Early Goal Holds Up in 1-0 Win Sophomore, Jessica Brillantes scored the game's only goal. Orange, CA - The Santiago Canyon College Hawks beat the Ventura Pirates 1-0 in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. Jessica Brillantes scored the only goal in the 6th minute, beating one defender before driving the ball across the keeper in to the side netting. The game was an even, physical contest in which both teams struggled to find

21 a rhythm. The Hawks consolidated further at the break and had a second-half goal controversially called back for offside. The Pirates continued to look threatening from setpieces but some assertive defending, and solid goal-keeping held them at bay to preserve the shut-out. The Hawks open Conference play on the road at Rancho Capistrano against Saddleback College on Tuesday, September 15th for a 3pm kick-off. Thanks to all those who attended the game this evening. September 5, 2009 Missed Chances Prove Costly as Hawks Tie Orange, CA - An injury time equalizer from visiting San Bernardino Valley Wolverines punished the Hawks for failing to convert their earlier chances. In a physical contest, in front of another large crowd, the Wolverines opened the scoring after twentyseven minutes. The Hawks responded two minutes later when Miriam Reyes threaded a ball through to Jessica Brillantes who struck for her 3 rd goal of the season. Sophomore, Amanda Hardeman dribbles away from a San Bernardino Valley player. The Hawks then grabbed the lead 10 minutes in to the second half. Jessica Brillantes hit the bar and Stacey Cervantes saw the rebound saved before following in to score. The Hawks then continued to push for the third but with moments remaining, the Wolverines tied it up. Santiago Canyon College is next at home to Ventura College on Friday, September 11 th at 6pm. Thanks to all those who came out

22 this evening to support the Hawks. August 29, 2009 Road Win for the Hawks in Fresno Fresno, CA - Goals from Jessica Olsen, Leslie Bryant and Jessica Brillantes were enough to send the Hawks home victorious with a 3-1 win at Fresno City College. Despite hot and humid conditions, both teams started quickly but it was Fresno who took the lead mid-way through the first half. The Hawks responded well, and Olsen followed in a shot to convert for the equalizer minutes later. Late in the half, Bryant scored direct from a 35 yard strike to take the Hawks in to the break in front. A more complete second half performance was capped ten minutes from time when Brillantes headed in a rebound to ensure the win. The Hawks play next at home to San Bernardino Valley College on Community Night Saturday, September 5 th at 6.30pm. Teams wearing uniforms will be able to watch the game and then warm down with the team afterwards. Refreshments will be available for purchase. We hope to see you there. August 27, 2009 Hawks Open With Home Win Freshman, Erin Farber defends a Mt. SAC player. Orange, CA -Santiago Canyon College Women s Soccer team (SCC) opened the season with a 3-0 win over 2008 Regional Finalist Mount San Antonio College. In front of a large home crowd, the Hawks started

23 strongly, but couldn t convert the pressure in to goals. Mt SAC threatened to score on the break but great stops, first from Marissa Ghani, and then from back-up keeper Casey Herman, kept the contest even. The breakthrough came from a corner by Kaylee Schneekluth in the 39 th minute as Jessica Brilliantes stooped to head home at the near post. Jacqueline Hanna then headed the second goal from a Brooke McCaughin corner to extend the lead minutes before the half-time break. In the second half Mt SAC dominated possession for periods, but the Hawks defense held firm. With five minutes remaining, a through ball by Schneekluth sent Stacey Cervantes through to seal the game. SCC play next at Fresno City College on Saturday, August 29 th at 4pm. Thank you to everyone who came out to watch the Hawks this evening. Your support is very much appreciated. August 14, 2009 TOPS Soccer/Santiago Canyon College Community Event Yorba Linda, CA- On Friday, August 14th, members of the Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer Team participated in a soccer clinic with young players from the JUSA TOPSoccer Program. TOPSoccer is "The Outreach Program for Soccer," and is a community-based soccer program for young athletes with physical and mental disabilities that provides a safe and fun environment for their child to participate in organized sports. This was the third consecutive year the

24 two groups have teamed up for an evening of soccer fun. After warming up, the women's team members guided the young players through a series of soccer activities. It was another fulfilling evening for all involved. Thanks to JUSA TOPSoccer organizer Sandy Castillo for the invitation. Our next community soccer event will be on Saturday, September 5th at 6.30pm for our "Annual Community Soccer Evening." The women's team will play San Bernardino Valley College, and all local youth players are invited to attend in uniform and will have the opportunity to watch the game and warm down with the teams afterwards.