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Women’s soccer takes first tie of the season

Midfielder Katelyn Penner gets ready to pass the ball to a team member
After going into double overtime, Biola and Concordia fail to score.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor September 25, 2021

In the match against Concordia University Irvine, both teams fought for a win, although neither scored. After going into double overtime, the game ended in a tie, 0-0. Redshirt freshman goalkeeper Anna Boyer blocked six shots from CUI—keeping the opponent from winning the game. AN EQUAL MATCH Biola...

Another loss for men’s soccer

Another loss for men’s soccer
The Eagles face defeat against rivals APU, 3-1.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 21, 2021

Men’s soccer fell once again against Azusa Pacific University, 3-1. This marks the Eagles’ third loss of the season, putting their current standing at 3-3. The Cougars made a goal at one minute eight seconds. Redshirt sophomore goalkeeper JD Gunn was unable to make the save, putting APU at an early...

Men’s soccer lose their second game of the season

Men’s soccer lose their second game of the season
The Eagles suffer a back-to-back loss against Cal State LA.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 18, 2021

Men’s soccer faced defeat once again against the California State University, Los Angeles Golden Eagles, gaining their second loss of the season, 2-0. The defeat came early on in the first period when Cal State LA made two goals in the first 15 minutes of the game. THE BETTER EAGLES The lead from...

Women’s soccer shut down by Warriors

Women’s soccer shut down by Warriors
The Eagles lose to Western Washington, 1-0.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2021

Women’s soccer traveled to Bellingham, Washington on Friday to face off against the Western Washington University Warriors. The Eagles’ defense struggled to fend off the Warriors, ultimately losing the game, 1-0. Biola’s offense played a low-pressure match, only managing one shot to the Warriors’...

Men’s soccer suffers first loss of the season

Men’s soccer suffers first loss of the season
The Eagles break their winning streak.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 15, 2021

Men’s soccer faced defeat against California State University, San Bernardino, gaining their first loss of the season, 2-1. The Coyotes came out howling, making it evident they were here to dominate. In the first 15 minutes CSUSB had four shots on goal, while the Eagles only had one. The Coyotes...

Women’s soccer defeats Cal State LA

Women’s soccer defeats Cal State LA
The Eagles break losing streak, 1-0.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2021

Women’s soccer returned home Tuesday to compete against California State University, Los Angeles After losing the past two games, the Eagles redeemed themselves with a 1-0 win. CSULA began the match aggressively with eight attempted shots on goal and four fouls.  VICTORIOUS DEFENSE  The first half...

The Eagles take down Cal Poly Pomona

Biola men's soccer team plays defense during their game against Cal Poly Panoma on September 11, 2021.
Men's soccer is on a winning streak.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor September 11, 2021

Men’s soccer returned home to Al Barbour Field against Cal Poly Pomona, earning a win, 1-0. The Eagles opened the match with an aggressive offense, scoring the only goal of the game, and dominated the Broncos with a strong defense through the second half.  THE WINNING GOAL Twenty minutes into the...

Women’s soccer starts a losing streak

Women's soccer starts a losing streak
The Eagles take their second loss of the season.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 11, 2021

Women’s soccer headed to San Marcos, California to face off against the Cal State San Marcos Cougars. The Eagles managed to make one goal but it was not enough as they took their second loss of the season, 2-1. Despite the loss, Biola maintained possession for a majority of the first half with seven...

Men’s soccer tramples the Toros

Men’s soccer tramples the Toros
The Eagles start the season off with back-to-back wins.
Natalie Hernandez and Amy Chin September 8, 2021

Biola men’s soccer played an exhilarating second game of the season against CSU Dominguez Hills, earning a well-deserved win, 2-0. The Eagles opened the match by dominating game play and keeping possession, which continued into the second half. RED CARDS AND RIVETING PLAYS The Eagles and the Toros...

Women’s soccer suffers first loss of the season

Women’s soccer suffers first loss of the season
The Eagles were dominated by the Wildcats, 3-1.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 6, 2021

Biola women’s soccer competed in its second game of the season against the Chico State University Wildcats. The Eagles went into Monday morning’s matchup confident and ready to add another win to their standing. Unfortunately, Chico State overpowered Biola in the second period, to win overall. Despite...

Men’s soccer opens the season with a success

Men’s soccer opens the season with a success
The Eagles prevail against the Cougars, 1-0.
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief September 2, 2021

Biola men’s soccer kicked off their season with a victory against the Cal State San Marcos Cougars, 1-0. Biola headed to San Marcos for their season opener. The Eagles powered through the aggressive match which totaled six yellow cards between both teams.  SECOND HALF VICTORY   Holding an empty...

Women’s soccer secures first win of the season

Women’s soccer secures first win of the season
The Eagles defeat the Warriors, 1-0.
Natalie Hernandez, Sports Editor September 2, 2021

Biola women’s soccer opened up its season with a win against Stanislaus State Warriors, 1-0. The Eagles used last week's exhibition game against Claremont-Mudd-Scripps as motivation to keep up the energy in order to gain another victory.  SECOND HALF SAVE The Eagles kept the field even against the...