April 3, 2012 

SCC Women's Soccer Presented Academic Award

Athletic Director Martin Stringer was presented with the California Community College Athletic Association State Academic Award for Women’s Soccer for the 2010-2011 seasons in San Mateo on April 3^rd, 2012. This is the third time Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer has won the award in the last 6 years. Academic performance has been a main stay of the team's success with 83% of student-athletes transferring to 4 year schools in the last 5 years. In addition to that, last season 12 Hawks alumni played at 4 year institutions receiving various levels of scholarship opportunities. The Hawks success on the field , playing in 4 of the last 6 State Final Fours, has been well-documented. This recognition is a testimony to the success of the student-athletes in the classroom. Coach Ian Woodhead commented "This is an award for the entire campus from admissions, to counseling, to financial aid, to the library. The quality of faculty instruction and the support services available help facilitate the success of these and all students at Santiago Canyon College" Congratulations to the women's soccer team.

 March 7, 2012

Hawks Flying High

Santa Ana, CA - So far this academic year, seven Hawks women’s soccer sophomores have committed to four-year universities across the nation for fall 2012. They will continue their studies whilst receiving various scholarships to continue to play at the collegiate level.

Those college commitments and the 2010/2011 State Academic Team Award, are not the only ways the Hawks soccer team has been flying high. Following on from some leadership training and a visit to Camp Pendleton for the day in January, the Hawks teamed up once again with the United States Marine Corps on Friday. Captain Hankle arranged for the women’s soccer team to fly a King Air E 90 aircraft. The Hawks student-athletes took to the skies 5 players at a time, taking-off from Orange County Airport and heading South down towards Dana Point. Each player in turn had the opportunity to take the steering and fulfill what for many was a lifetime dream of flying an aircraft. Pictured is All-American Athlete and team captain Janelle Hanna about to take the controls to guide the aircraft across the Orange County skyline.

Many thanks go out to Captain Lowman and Captain Hankle for allowing the team the opportunity fly, as part of the United States Marine Corps Flight Orientation program.

 January 18, 2011

Bianca Frontino Named First-Team All-American

Bianca Frontino was honored with her First Team All-American Award on Monday evening at the team banquet celebrating the 2011 season. Frontino, a freshman from Cerritos High school, was also named Orange Empire Conference Most Valuable Player and returns for the upcoming 2012 season.

Also recognized at the banquet were First Team All-Conference players Valerie Barrios, Monique Cherry, Janelle Hanna and Jennifer Martin. Second Team Honors went to Annie Brodzki, Crystal Mena, Amanda Scheatzle, and Dena Wasielewski. Congratulations to those players and the Hawks team who went 22-2-1 in 2011, and were crowned 2011 Orange Empire Conference Champions. Santiago Canyon College were also State Finalists and ranked #4 in the country by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.

 December 4, 2011

Hawks Proud of Accomplishments

Sacramento, CA - On paper going in to the final it looked like this game could go either way…. and it did, as the lead changed hands three times in the course of 120 minutes. The Hawks were taking a trip to the State Final Four for the fourth time in the last six years, and Santa Rosa, the number one seed in Northern California, were the beaten finalists from 2010. The challenge for the Hawks was to contain the offensive threat of Cara Curtin who had tallied 34 of the Bearcubs 69 goals this season. The challenge for Santa Rosa was to stop the offensive threat of SCC who had scored more goals than any other team in the State and also conceded the fewest with just 8.

The Hawks put on a fully committed display, showing courage and pride, but ultimately couldn’t curtail Cara Curtin’s goal-scoring prowess. Battling injuries to the backline going in to the game, the Hawks fell behind in the 18^th minute after Curtin out-paced the Hawks defense and lifted the ball over the keeper. Prior to that, the Hawks had dominated possession with Bianca Frontino and Amanda Scheatzle going close. Annie Brodzki powered a header inches over the bar with minutes remaining in the half, but the Hawks went in to the break a goal behind.

As the second half began, a resurgent SCC showed their fighting spirit and was rewarded around the 55 minute mark. Good work from Scheatzle down the right found an opening to cross, and Kristen Blogg lunged in at the far post to slide the ball across the line for the equalizer. SCC continued to drive forward and won a penalty when Janelle Hanna was bundled over inside the area. Hanna strode up and calmly slotted the ball away to put the Hawks two-one up as they looked to close out the game. Santa Rosa remained a threat and found a way back in to the game when they were awarded a late penalty on a controversial hand-ball call. Tied at 2-2, the game headed in to two fifteen minute periods of over time.

It was the Bearcubs who struck first when Curtin turned and rifled a ball in to the top corner from the edge of the area. Once again the Hawks found themselves a goal down, but once again they rose to the challenge. With five minutes to go in the 2^nd period, Jennifer Martin cut inside from the left and thundered the ball across the keeper in to the top corner from 25 yards. SCC continued to push for the winner but  in a final twist the Bearcubs countered and Curtin grabbed the winner.

The SCC team can be immensely proud of its accomplishments, as Orange Empire Conference Champions for the eighth consecutive year, and 2011 State Finalists. But more so this 2011 Hawks team can be proud of the way it has conducted itself on and off the field. The desire and commitment this team showed individually and collectively to be the best that they can be is the true measure of their success.

 December 2, 2011

Hawks Move On

Sacramento, CA - Two first half goals put the Hawks on their way to a convincing 2 0 win over City College of San Francisco. Valerie Barrios and Jennifer Martin were on target for SCC in the 10 am semi-final at Consumnes River College in Sacramento. Jakellene Palacios claimed the shut-out in goal making 2 saves.

The Hawks now move on to the State Final against Santa Rosa Junior College at the same location on Sunday, December 4th at 10am.

Thanks to all those who travelled to  support the team today.

 November 26, 2011

Santiago Canyon 2, Orange Coast 1

Orange, CA - The Hawks team can now start packing their belongings for the road trip to Northern California. The 4^th appearance in the State Final Four in the last 6 years was confirmed for Santiago Canyon College Women’s Soccer with a 2-1 victory over the Orange Coast Pirates.

A strong wind favored an athletic Pirates team in the first-half. It was OCC who had the better of the early going but SCC Keeper, Jakellene Palacios, was not called upon to make a save. The Hawks gradually found a foothold in the game and scored the opening goal after 36 minutes. Bianca Frontino found space to serve in to the penalty area and Valerie Barrios latched on to the loose ball and powered it in to the net. Three minutes later the Hawks doubled their lead with Dena Wasielewski sweeping the ball beyond the Coast keeper to put SCC in a commanding position. Coast responded though just before the half-time break when Emma Pridmore struck left-footed from the edge of the area to cut the deficit. The Hawks went in to the break leading 2-1.

Santiago Canyon controlled the second-half and looked the far more likely to score through-out with out creating many clear-cut goal-scoring opportunities. The closest SCC came to extending their lead was through Nicole Daniels who struck from deep only to see the Coast keeper tip it on to the cross-bar and the ball rebounded in to play. The late Coast surge never really came as the Santiago Canyon defense held firm to secure the win that takes the Hawks to Consumnes River College in Sacramento for Friday's semi-final.

Thanks to all those who came out to support the team today.

 November 24, 2011

Santiago Canyon Host Regional Finals

The Lady Hawks will be hosting Orange Coast College in the Regional Finals of the State Championships. The game is scheduled for Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 2pm at Santiago Canyon College.

The CCCAA mandates that host colleges charges entrance fees for spectators. These fees help offset the cost of post-season expenses for colleges throughout the state. The ticket prices are as follows:

$8.00 - General Admission

$5.00 - Seniors, Students, Children under 12, Staff, Faculty. 

We hope to see you there.

 November 22, 2011

Hawks 5 Coyotes 1

Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College moved on to a place in the Regional Finals with a win against a talented Cuyamaca College team.

This was a hard fought contest but the Hawks ran out worthy winners and have now scored 25 goals in their last four games, and a total of 10 in the first two rounds of play-offs. Goals from Valerie Barrios, Bianca Frontino, and Jenna Petel made the difference with Cuyamaca scoring late in the game to get on the scoreboard.

The Hawks will play next at home on Saturday, November 26^th for a place in the Final Four in Sacramento. Kick-off will be at 2pm. Thanks to all those who came out to support the Hawks today.

 November 21, 2011

Santiago Canyon Hosts Cuyamaca

The Lady Hawks will be hosting Cuyamaca College in the second round of the State Playoffs. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 2pm at Santiago Canyon College.

The CCCAA mandates that host colleges charges entrance fees for spectators. These fees help offset the cost of post-season expenses for colleges throughout the state. The ticket prices are as follows:

$8.00 - General Admission

$5.00 - Seniors, Students, Children under 12, Staff, Faculty

We hope to see you there.

 November 19, 2011

Santiago Canyon 5, Long Beach 0

Orange, CA - In a dominant display, the Santiago Canyon Hawks looked convincing in their first-round play-off game against a brave Long Beach Vikings team.

A left-footed strike from the edge of the area by Annie Brodzki set the Hawks on their way. The Hawks continued to look strong creating numerous chances, but could not turn the pressure in to goals until Valerie Barrios struck just before the half. Ashley Caligiuri got in down the Vikings right and fed Barrios who clipped the ball first-time in at the near post to put the Hawks two up at the break.

Not satisfied, the Hawks began the second-half with a bang. Amanda Scheatzle was on hand to drive in the third after some good work down the Hawks left. Bianca Frontino then got in on things with a fine solo run and a finish from distance. Jennifer Martin then put the Hawks 5-0 up from a serve by Crystal Mena. With more than 35 minutes still to go, Santiago Canyon took the opportunity to give all the outfield players a run-out, as Jakellene Palacios and Shelbi Young combined for the shut-out in goal.

The Hawks play next on Tuesday, November 22^nd at Santiago Canyon College against the winner of Cuyamaca and Chaffey Colleges. Thanks to all those who came out to watch the game today.

 November 15, 2011

Hawks Host Vikings

The Lady Hawks will be hosting Long Beach City College in the first round of the State Playoffs. The game is scheduled for Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 2pm at Santiago Canyon College.

The CCCAA mandates that host colleges charges entrance fees for spectators. These fees help offset the cost of post-season expenses for colleges throughout the state. The ticket prices are as follows:

$8.00 - General Admission

$5.00 - Seniors, Students, Children under 12, Staff, Faculty

We hope to see you there.

November 8, 2011

Hawks End Regular Season on High

Orange, CA - Playing the last league game of 2011, the Hawks looked confident from the beginning and finished the game with their biggest score-line of the season. The visiting Saddleback team had something to offer going forward, but the Hawks were clinical in front of goal scoring from 8 of their 19 attempts on goal. Jen Martin and Valerie Barrios both registered hat-tricks, with both Janelle Hanna and Marissa Vasquez also getting on the score-sheet. Emily Tielrooy collected the shut-out making 3 saves.

The Hawks, who were crowned Orange Empire Conference Champions with two games to go in league, now await the outcomes of Fridays’ games and the resulting seeding for play-offs. No other college has scored more goals than the Hawks so far this season, nor has any other team conceded fewer goals than SCC. There is no doubt Santiago Canyon College are a team that other colleges will be looking to avoid in the play-offs.

Opponents, venues and kick-off times will be announced on Tuesday, November 15^th for the first–round games scheduled for Saturday, November 19^th. Once details of the Hawk's game are announced, they will posted on this site.

Thanks again go out to all those who came out to support the Hawks today.

November 4, 2011

Hawks Rampant in 7-2 Win

Orange, CA - Four goals in the first 35 minutes effectively sealed the contest early for SCC in a strong win against 4^th placed Golden West College. Crystal Mena opened the scoring after just 3 minutes as her shot was deflected beyond the reach of the Rustlers keeper. Then Jennifer Martin converted a Bianca Frontino corner, and was on hand once more shortly afterwards to head in an Amanda Scheatzle serve. Mo Cherry scored her first goal of the season with a strike from distance. The Hawks then conceded a soft goal to go in at half-time with a 4-1 lead.

After the break Scheatzle again was the creator with a ball that was cut back for Valerie Barrios to clip across the keeper to score the fifth. Martin completed her hat-trick to put the Hawks up 6-1. To their credit, Golden West never gave up and grabbed a second with five minutes to go. Marissa Vazquez slipped in the seventh goal for the Hawks after a great ball in from Nicole Daniels to round out the scoring.

The Hawks play their final regular season game at home to Saddleback College on Tuesday, November 8th. Kick-off is at 3pm. Thanks to all those who came out to cheer on the Hawks today.

 November 2, 2011

Two-Time Gold Medalist Shannon Boxx Visits Team

Orange, CA - A day after being crowned Orange Empire Conference Champions, Shannon Boxx stopped by to congratulate the Hawks team on their achievement and to talk about what it takes to succeed at the highest levels. Boxx, who played in the 2003, 2007 and 2011 World Cups as well as winning Olympic gold in 2004 and 2008, shared some of her experiences at college level, playing professionally and playing for 9 years on the US National Team. The players got to ask questions, and take pictures as they took the opportunity to learn from someone with over 130 US National Team appearances.

The team and coaching staff would like to thank Shannon for taking the time to visit and wish her well as the US National Team reassembles next week to begin the push towards the 2012 Olympics in London. The Hawks meanwhile will get back out on to the field tomorrow in preparation for Friday’s game and the play-off run that lies ahead.

November 1, 2011

Hawks Champions

Norco, CA - The 2011 Hawks team reached their first significant milestone of the season with a win at Riverside College to become the 2011 Orange Empire Conference Champions with two games remaining in league.

It was an early kick-off against the Tigers at the Norco Campus. Neither team could find a rhythm in the opening period, and the game was scoreless at the half.

After the break SCC turned up the heat and two goals from Valerie Barrios with in the space of 5 minutes set the Hawks on their way. In the 50^th minute Barrios picked up the ball in front of the Riverside back four, found an opening and struck a ferocious drive from the top of the penalty area to give the Hawks the lead. More was to come shortly afterwards and it was Barrios again who found space to drive home the second after Crystal Mena had got in behind Riverside's defense down the Hawks left. On the hour mark, Bianca Frontino fed Ashley Caligiuiri who finished from close range. Then Kristen Blogg grabbed the fourth and final goal after good work from Amanda Scheatzle. Emily Tielrooy completed the shut-out in goal for the Hawks

SCC now continue to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead with a game at home against Golden West College on Friday, November 4^th Kick-off is 3pm. Thanks to the loyal Hawks following who were in attendance in numbers again today.

October 28, 2011

Hawks Convincing in Road Win

Fullerton, CA - An energized SCC consolidated their position at the top of the Orange Empire Conference with a comfortable 6-0 win at Fullerton. Valerie Barrios opened the scoring, slotting the ball past the keeper after a Bianca Frontino through-ball. Frontino volleyed home the second shortly after. Then Ashley Caligiuri converted at the far post from a deep serve by Barrios and the Hawks went in to the break 3 goals up.

In the second period Fullerton continued to battle, but Barrios rounded the keeper to put the outcome beyond doubt. Janelle Hanna then scored twice with the second goal a thunderbolt from 30 yards. All the out-field players contributed in a fine team win as Emily Tielrooy collected the shut-out.

Three more points away at Riverside College on Tuesday November 1^st will see the Hawks crowned Conference Champions. Kick off at the Norco campus is at 1pm.

October 14, 2011

Hawks 7, Lasers 0

Orange, CA - The Hawks began the second half of the season with a 7-0 victory over a brave Irvine Valley Lasers team. Janelle Hanna opened the scoring and Valerie Barrios doubled the lead after a fine ball in by Bianca Frontino to give Santiago Canyon a 2-0 lead at the break.

Frontino made it 3-0 minutes in to the second-half with a powerful drive the Lasers keeper could not keep out. Marissa Vasquez then scored her first goal of the season finishing off a sweeping move down the Hawks left after some great work from Cyd Mandel. Good pressure from Jennifer Martin around the 70 minute mark made the score-line 5-0. Amanda Scheatzle then scored a stunning solo effort before Vasquez again tallied to round out the scoring. Shelbi Young and Emily Tielrooy shared the shut-out in goal.

The Hawks play next on Tuesday October 18^th against Santa Ana College. Kick-off is at 3pm. 

October 7, 2011

Five Star Hawks

Mission Viejo, CA - Santiago Canyon was on the road again for their last contest of the first round of league games today against Saddleback College. The Hawks dominated from the opening whistle but struggled to hit the target during the early stages with some wayward shooting. Mid-way through the half Annie Brodzki broke the deadlock with a left footed drive from the top of the box after the hosts had failed to clear. Valerie Barrios then cut inside to fire in off the far post for the second and Jenna Petel was on hand put the Hawks 3 goals up before the break. The Gauchos had a flurry late in the half and Jackie Palacios pulled off a fine save for the Hawks.

Santiago Canyon began where they left off for the second half. Petel grabbed her second goal of the game and Bianca Frontino blasted home the fifth to put the Hawks out of reach on the scoreboard.

Santiago Canyon play next on Friday, October 15^th at home to Irvine Valley College. Thanks to all those who travelled to watch the Hawks again today.

October 4, 2011

Another Road Win For the Hawks

Huntington Beach, CA - Another fine defensive display from the Hawks was capped with a goal by Janelle Hanna to win an entertaining game at Golden West College. Hanna collected the ball calmly after a corner and struck a left-footed half-volley in to the top corner from 25 yards. The Hawks could have been ahead earlier when Valerie Barrios hit the post only to see the ball travel across the goal-line and back out in to the field of play on the other side. Ashley Caligiuri also headed just over, and Jennifer Martin had a header well-saved but the Hawks had to be content with a 1-0 lead at the break.

SCC continued to dominate the second period with Caligiuri firing wide from 12 yards with just the keeper to beat and Martin striking the upright from close range. Despite the pressure, Santiago Canyon did not add to their goal-scoring tally any further, and Jackie Palacios collected the shut-out in goal with 3 saves to her name.

The Hawks finish the first-round of league play against Saddleback College on Friday, October 7^th. The game will be played at J-Serra High School and kick-off is at 3pm. 

September 30, 2011

Hawks Tame Tigers

Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon never hit top gear in a stop and start contest against the visiting Riverside Tigers. Valerie Barrios created a good opening in the first few minutes for Amanda Scheatzle who headed over when well placed. It was Scheatzle who opened the scoring after a simple feed from Jennifer Martin. Scheatzle cut inside and struck left-footed to put the Hawks a goal up. Too often the SCC team squandered possession cheaply and they were punished on the 23rd minute mark when the Hawks failed to follow in and the ball broke free for the Tigers to equalize past Ashley Cooper in goal. Santiago Canyon responded and Kristen Blogg crossed for Barrios who nipped in ahead of the keeper and clipped the ball in off the post to give the Hawks the lead. Minutes later Barrios followed in on a Scheatzle cross and was rewarded with her second goal to give the Hawks a 3-1 lead at the interval.

The Hawks continued to dominate possession in the second period as Riverside tried to find a way back in to the game, but neither team were able to add to the scoreline.

The Hawks play next on the road at Golden West College at 3pm on Tuesday, October 4^th. Thanks go out to those who came out to cheer on the Hawks and to ASG for their support in numbers at today’s game.

September 27, 2011

Hawks Take the Sting out of the Hornets

Orange, CA - The Santiago Canyon College Hawks entered the contest tied at the top of the Orange Empire Conference on nine points with a rejuvenated Fullerton College team. The Hornets had posted impressive wins away at Riverside and at home to Orange Coast and Saddleback prior to today’s visit. Both teams approached the contest with an attacking mindset, and it was Janelle Hanna who broke the deadlock for the Hawks when she powered home a header from a Bianca Frontino serve. Amanda Scheatzle then broke clear and rounded the keeper to double the lead before the break.

Early in the second period, Frontino showed great skill to match her work ethic and was rewarded with a fine goal to make the score 3-0. Ashley Caligiuri then linked well with Scheatzle who beat the keeper at the near post to effectively end the contest. Fullerton were reduced to ten players when Frontino was upended infront of goal and Hanna scored again to make the score 5-0. In the closing minutes Jennifer Martin was on hand to tap home the sixth after good work from Caligiuri and Jenna Petel. Ashley Cooper and Jackie Palacios shared the shut-out in what was a convincing win for the Hawks.

The Hawks play next at home to Riverside College on Friday, September 30^th. Kick-off is at 3pm.

Hawks Alumni Continue Success

No fewer than 12 Hawks graduates are playing this season at University level, ranging from Division 1 through NAIA schools. 2009 alumni and All-American Amanda Hardeman is playing for NSCAA Division 1 Top 20 ranked UCI and completed another 90 minutes for the Anteaters in Thursday's 3-1 win over Portland. Dyanne Anderson started with UC Santa Barbara where she left-off with the Hawks and is leading goal-scorer for the Gauchos. 2010 graduates Erin Farber and Stacey Cervantes have also got on the scoreboard out in New York, while closer to home Hawks alumni Kristen Prindible, Jacqueline Turner and Bri Lopez have also registered for the Concordia Eagles. On Tuesday Katie Cabuling opened the scoring for Biola in their 3-0 success.

Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer takes great pride in the success it has in creating an environemnt where players can move on to play at the next level. For many, the scholarships they receive due to their academic and athletic ability are a means of helping them a step closer to achieving their all-important academic goals. 

Congratulations ladies. We are proud to be associated with your achievements on and off the field and we look forward to being able to continue to celebrate your accomplishments.

September 20, 2011

Santiago Canyon 3, Orange Coast 0

Orange, CA - Another solid defensive display from the Hawks was the highlight of Tuesday’s home win for the host team against Orange Coast Pirates. Defenders Janelle Hanna, Haley Wenlock and Monique Cherry all looked comfortable against an improved Pirate team.

The Hawks got on the board early through a goal by Jennifer Martin as she followed in on a teasing Crystal Mena cross. SCC went on to create numerous openings but could not beat the Coast keeper again until ten minutes before the break when Martin powered a drive across the keeper to make the score 2-0.

In the second period Santiago Canyon continued to dominate, but the Hawks goal-keeper Ashley Cooper was also called upon to make a couple of good saves from close range. As the game edged towards the final whistle Bianca Frontino drove through the heart of the Pirates defense, and slotted the ball in left-footed to close out the scoring.

The Hawks play next on the road at Cypress College on Friday, September 23rd. Kick-off time is 3pm.

September 16, 2011

Hawks Win at District Rival

Santa Ana, CA - Three first half goals set the Hawks on their way to a victory Friday afternoon in Santa Ana. Playing against the Hawk's sister school, Santiago Canyon lacked quality in the early stages. A great finish by Amanda Scheatzle around the 30 minute mark helped change the tone. Scheatzle cut inside to curl a ball off of the inside of the bar, on to the post and in to the net. Minutes later an industrious Santa Ana team failed to clear a Jennifer Martin cross and Valerie Barrios stole in to crash the ball home. Martin was provider again just before the break, when her lay-off from a Haley Wenlock ball in, was powered in by Dena Wasielewski.

The Hawks continued to dominate in the second period and Martin scored the fourth after teeing up a shot from the edge of the area. Ashley Cooper in goal was called on to make one fine stop. Jakellene Palacios and Cooper combined with a resolute Hawks back-line for the shut-out.

Santiago Canyon play next at home to Orange Coast College on Tuesday September 20th at 3pm. Thanks to all those who turned out to follow the Hawks today.

September 13, 2011

Caligiuri Leads Hawks to Victory

Irvine, CA - Ashley Caligiuri lead the way with two goals and an assist in a 4-0 win against Irvine Valley College Lasers on Tuesday. The Hawks were on the road for the first-time since the opening game of the season and were slow to come to terms with a different playing surface. A wonderful strike from the edge of the penalty area by Bianca Frontino separated the two teams in what was a sluggish opening period for the away team.

After the break the Hawks continued to dominate, but it wasn't until the final quarter of the game that SCC added to the scoreline. Caligiuri grabbed the second goal from inside the six yard box. When Jenna Petel hit the cross-bar minutes later, Caligiuri was on hand again to finish the rebound. Petel then slotted home the fourth goal after Caligiuri found her in space inside the penalty area. Jakellene Palacios was untested in claiming the shut-out against a tenacious Lasers team.

The Hawks play next on the road at sister college Santa Ana on Friday, September 16th. Kick-off is 1pm.

September 9, 2011

Santiago Canyon 6, Ventura 0

Orange, CA - Another win for the Hawks today meant Santiago Canyon have now played 3 of the Nationally ranked top ten teams in pre-season and come out victorious on all three occasions. Previous wins against Fresno and 2010 State Champions San Bernardino Valley meant it has been a good start to the season for SCC. The final pre-season game today was against perennial challengers Ventura Pirates.

The game started at a high tempo and it was the Hawks who scored early with a fine strike by Bianca Frontino. Valerie Barrios doubled the lead on the half- hour mark after a great first time through ball by Ashley Caligiuri.

After the break, SCC had to absorb some pressure from Ventura much of which was created by the Hawks themselves through unnecessary fouls. Kristen Blogg scored the third from close range on 55 minutes, and shortly after Barrios squared the ball for Caligiuri to seal the contest. The Pirates continued to compete but Hawks keeper Ashley Cooper was not called upon to make a save in the second period and preserved the shut-out. Barrios and Blogg grabbed a second goal each in the final 15 minutes to complete the scoring.

The Hawks open league play on Tuesday, September 13^th for a 3pm kick-off at Irvine Valley College. Thanks to all who came out to cheer on the Hawks today.

September 3, 2011

Brodzki at the Double

Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College Women’s Soccer hosted families, friends and around 20 teams from the local community on Saturday evening. The contest was billed to be an entertaining contest with the 2010 State Champions San Bernardino Valley College Wolverines the visitors, and those in attendance witnessed a great game. It was the home side that dominated for long periods in the first-half. The Hawks went close on several occasions, and forward Kristen Blogg hit the cross-bar with a header but neither team were able to make the break-through.

The second-half was much the same story with the Hawks pushing for the opening goal. Mid-way through the half the Wolverines created a good opening. The Hawks failed to heed the warning, and minutes later went a goal behind from a long range effort. Santiago Canyon continued to press and Jennifer Martin hit the post from close range. The Hawks were finally rewarded for their dominance when a shot by Crystal Mena was handled in front of goal. Annie Brodzki stepped up to convert the penalty and the Hawks were level with ten minutes remaining. In the closing minutes it was a case of déjà vu, as Mena’s shot was again clearly handled in front of the Wolverine net. Brodzki was up to the challenge once more and the Hawks went up 2-1 to the delight of the hundreds of supporters cheering on the team.

Santiago Canyon closed out the game comfortably, and now look ahead to the visit of Ventura College at 5pm on Friday, September 9^th. Thanks to all those who came out today and joined in the fun.

Community Night with the Hawks

On Saturday, September 3rd, Santiago Canyon College Women's Soccer program will host their annual 'Community Evening'. The Women's team who were 2009 National Champions will host the reigning 2010 State Champions San Bernardino Valley College at Santiago Canyon for a 6.30 pm kick-off.

Entry is free. Burger and hot dogs from the barbecue will be available. Young players, dressed in uniform, will have the opportunity to warm down with the players after the game. If you have any questions please contact Lisa Hermen at Hermen_Lisa@rsccd.edu.

We hope to see you all there as these two annual championship contenders compete.

August 30, 2011

Hawks Commanding at Home

Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College Women’s Soccer played their first home game of the season and won in comfortable fashion 3-0. The Hawks dominated the opening period, out-shooting the rams 17-3 but only had a one goal lead at the break. That goal came from Valerie Barrios as she created an opening to strike left-footed across the keeper in to the lower corner.

The finishing touch was all that was missing, and early in the second-half the Hawks sealed the contest with two goals in a minute. First Dena Wasielewski hit a free-kick from distance that the Rams Keeper could not keep-out. Immediately afterwards Jennifer Martin swiveled on the top of the 18 yard box and struck the third. Ashley Cooper and Shelbi Young combined for the shut-out, with out either keeper ever being really tested.

The Hawks will look to build on today’s win on Saturday, September 3^rd at 6.30pm against current State Champions San Bernardino Valley College. The evening will also be the Hawks Community Night. Details of the event can be found by scrolling further down this page. Thanks to all who attended the game today.

August 27, 2011

Hawks Open With Road Win

Fresno, CA - Three first-half goals were the difference for the Hawks who opened the season away at Northern California powerhouse Fresno City College Rams. With temperatures soaring well above a hundred degrees, both teams had to manage the conditions. The Hawks started strongly and Jennifer Martin opened the scoring around the ten minute mark with a powerful strike across the keeper. Sophomore Valerie Barrios doubled the lead on the half hour driving past two defenders before rolling the ball past the keeper. In truth the Hawks could have had more, but shortly after the second goal, Hawks goal-keeper Ashley Cooper was called upon to pull-off a big stop to keep the Rams off the scoreboard. The Hawks scored again though before the break, when Kristen Blogg capitalized after the Rams had failed to clear.

Fresno came back in to the game in the second period in what was a far more even contest. Barrios had a second goal ruled out for off-side and the scoreline was unchanged at the final whistle. It was a good first outing for the Hawks who play next at home to Victor Valley College on Tuesday, August 30^th at 4pm. Thanks to all the Hawks followers who travelled up to Fresno for today’s game.

 August 12, 2011

TOPSoccer/Santiago Canyon College Community Event

Yorba Linda, CA-  On Friday, August 12th, 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 fifth consecutive year the two groups have teamed up for an evening of soccer fun. After warming up, the women's team members guided the young players aged 5-25, through a series of soccer activities. It was a fulfilling evening for all involved. Thanks to JUSA TOPSoccer organizer Sandy Castillo for the invitation. A good time was had by all.

 January 13, 2011

Anderson commits to UCSB; Hanna named All-American

 December 20, 2010

Hawks Succeed in the Classroom