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On Wednesday, January 31, girls varsity soccer won their game against Claremont High School, 4-1. This game was both team’s last match of the season, excluding CIF, and it was Claremont’s senior night. This sets Ayala’s final record at 12-6-2 overall, and 6-3-1 in the Palomares League. Claremont’s final record is 12-7-3 overall, and 4-5-1 in the league.
As the first half started, both teams had something on the line that they desperately wanted. Ayala’s goal was to make it to CIF, which was something they wanted to achieve from the start of the season. Claremont’s goal was to win this game as it was their senior night and one last victory would be a successful way to end the season. This being said, each team gave it their all and were able to score one goal on each other, setting the score at halftime at 1-1.
As the second half began, both teams were eager to take the win home. However, Ayala was able to score three goals, putting them in the lead. On the other hand, Claremont was not able to score. This set the final score at 4-1, with Ayala taking the win.
Since this was the last game of the season, final placements were allocated in the league. Ayala came in second, and Claremont came in fourth throughout the six teams in the league.
