Lady Cougars Faced American River in 3C2A First Round Norcal Playoffs
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Team Stats
Taft
American River
| Game Statistics | Taft | American River |
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| Shots (on goal) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) |
| Saves | 6 | 12 |
| Fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Corner Kicks | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 0 | 0 |
In an intense 3C2A First Round Norcal Playoff, the #17 Taft College Cougars women's soccer team faced off against the #16 American River College Lady Beavers on November 19, 2025, in North Highlands, CA. The match, held under sunny and mild conditions, showcased skilled plays and strategic finesse from both teams, culminating in a narrow 3-2 victory for American River.
The game started strongly for Taft College, with Jasmine Partida scoring the opening goal early in the match, setting an aggressive tone for the Cougars. The Lady Beavers answered back, leading to a 1-1 tie at halftime. In the second half, Taft's Ka'iulani Nishigaya made a significant impact by leveling the score once again. However, the match's decisive moment came in the final minute when Alicia Rawdon, assisted by Adelaide Newton, secured the win for American River with the game-winning goal.
Despite the loss, the Taft College goalie made impressive contributions with six saves throughout the match. The team's current record stands at 14 wins, 7 losses, and 1 draw. The Cougars displayed commendable teamwork and spirit, highlighted by the key roles played by Jasmine Partida and Ka'iulani Nishigaya in both scoring and maintaining competitive momentum.