Quarterfinals

The Ducks put on a beautiful, fiesty game of soccer against Cal Berkeley; dominating for most of the game. The defensive line executed discipline and exhibited control from the back line, successfully shutting down Cal’s forward attack. But alas, the Ducks were unable to capitalize on their opportunities and regulation time ended tied 0-0. After 15 minutes of more Duck domination in golden goal overtime, the game officially ended 0-0. Sadly, Oregon lost 4-5 in the deciding PK shootout. A disappointing result that does not match the true nature of the game.

It was a tough battle and great tournament for the Ducks. We look forward to what’s to come.

WCS

Pool Play: Games 1 & 2

The Oregon Women’s Club Soccer Team ended day one of the National Tournament with two wins. The Ducks soundly defeated SUNY Cortland this afternoon in a solid 4-0 victory. Nicole Marsaglia had a lovely driven ball that found the back of the net to put the Ducks ahead 1-0 at half. The next goal came off the head of Maddie Bruce from a corner sent in by Natalie Swift, who not shortly after, netted herself a goal to put the Ducks up by 3. With only a few minutes left in the game, Nicole made it 4-0 with a low, slotted ball that the Cortland keeper was unable to stop.

The game against Vanderbilt was decidedly more challenging for the Ducks. Josie Ruzette put forth a physical effort in the center of the pitch for Oregon and the defensive line, along with keeper Kristine, kept the ball out of the net for the full 80 minutes. Roughly 20 minutes into the first half the Ducks capitalized on a scoring opportunity when Kris Lekas executed a beautiful cross that glided over the hands of the Vanderbilt keeper onto the awaiting head of Nic Marsaglia. The game was tight and fierce for the remaining clock until, with only 5 minutes left in the game, Sara Israel received a lay-off pass from striker Nicole Marsaglia and decided to rip a shot from 30 yards; irrevocably destroying the hopes of the Vanderbilt players from making a comeback and their chance of advancing out of group play. The game ended 2-0 in the Ducks favor.

The entire Duck roster put forth a tough effort in these last two games and look to continue their success against James Madison tomorrow afternoon and in the Quarterfinals tomorrow night. Check back tomorrow for more updates.

Best,

WCS

And so it begins…

It’s day one of the NCCS and your Oregon Ducks are ready to make an impact. Oregon begins the day with a game against SUNY Cortland at 1 and then a game against Vanderbilt at 8. Wins are needed from both games if the team wishes to advance out of group play.

Rather untested in seasonal play, Oregon will have to come out strong from the first whistle; no team is being taken granted and they’re considering every game to be of paramount importance.

Wish them luck,

WCS