Women's Soccer - Match Summaries

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Junior Varsity

vs. Richmond
2/2/2012

Hornets 7, Oilers 0

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vs. De Anza
 1/31/2012

Hornets 10, Dons 0

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vs. O'Dowd
 1/27/2012

Hornets 0, Dragons 0

Scrimmage, this was not, but officially, that's what it will be called. A 7:30pm night game at Bishop O'Dowd, clear, with a 52 degree chill, this game was electrifying. We understood this game would be tough, watching the Women's Varsity Dragons before our game annihilating their opponent, 0-9, we held on to the believe, we had a "underdog" chance , especially, the way we held against the Berkeley Jackets. But we, the parents, didn't know how pivotal of a game this would be.

For disclosure, I am a Alameda High School and a Bishop O'Dowd Alum. So, I was a bit torn, but that only lasted, by the first kick.

This will be the shortest recap, due to the number of Dragons goal attempts. However, our defense and goalie, number 16, Jordan, or should I say, Super Goalie, our Heroine, saved the game. From sliding, catching, jumping, diving, to the one on one face down save, she deserves her choice of dessert from our famous Pastry Chef / Team Manager, Veronica.

The Facts: Dragons, made 13 goal attempts in the first half and 10 in the second half, for a total of 23 goal attempts. Number 8, Claire, had the team's first yellow card, this just means we're playing physical now. BOD has scored at all of their games except Berkeley, which they lost, and now Alameda. Score

Alameda 0 - BOD 0.
Recap done.

Now it's time for appreciation. We the parents appreciate how hard the team worked against a worthy opponent. That each player, whether on or off the field, work as a team, cheering and working through the stress of the pitch, you did it. You showed them. You ARE A TEAM. It shows. We thank you and coach's Adriana and Tatiana, the Anna's, for proving; it's not where you start, but where you end up.)

Player

Jersey Number

Defense:  

Adriana Rodriguez

27

 

Christine Minor

19

 

Devon Yee

29

 

Jessica Cavalli

2

 

Kaitlin Yee

3

 

Katie Allan

4

Forward & Mid:  

Angela Borglum

17

 

Annie Kelly

10

 

Claire Drewery

8

 

Lauren Martin

30

 

Sara Fielder

20

Goalie:  

Jordan Cenidoza

16

Support:  

Aerin Attias

13

 

Alex Walls

11

 

Alexis Jacobsen

26

 

Emi Compton

12

 

Micaela Stoia

6

 

Parents*

1

Thank you to all for a memorable game.  Alameda tied with BOD, yet in the minds of the fans (parents), JV Women’s Soccer TEAM WON.

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vs. El Cerrito
 1/26/2012

Hornets 6, Gauchos 0

This, like most of the JV games, was rather one sided. Once the team started working as a team, they became the team to beat. This will be slightly less wordy with more facts, since this was a rather lopsided game. Not to say that the El Cerrito Gauchos didn't put up a good fight, they did, a better showing than their last meeting, however this time, even the home field advantage couldn't help them.

The game started on time at 4pm. In the first half the first three goal attempts were made by number 8, Claire, number 20, Sara, and again number 8, Claire. Our first goal was made by number 8, Claire, as the goalie ran to far out, which Claire capitalized on, with a score 19 minutes into the game. Another goal attempt by number 8, Claire, kept the goalie on her toes. Number 30, Lauren did a cross to number 20, Sara, but missed. However, number 20, Sara, tried again, but without success. Finally number 11, Alex, shot for a score, which started to wear down the Gauchos goalie. 30 minutes into the game, another goal by number 7, Sarah, with a shot that was right in the middle full of defenders, up close and personal with the goal. Number 17, Angela, and number 11, Alex, made more attempts, but were not able to connect. The girls try a cross from number 17, Angela, to number 3, Kaitlin, but it was stopped by the goalie. Kaitlin, number 3, tries for a header, but is again stopped by the worked out goalie. Finally Sarah, number 7, puts in another shot for the goal. Our defense, was working hard to keep their offense shut down. At half time the score, 4 to 0.

The Gauchos dreamed for a couple of goal attempts. The first half, they had none, in the second, the dream would remain. Number 3, Kaitlin, within the first minute makes a shot, but is blocked. Number 28, Rae'ven tries to take a long shot, but shoots wide. Kaitlin, number 3 takes another shot, on target, but saved by the goalie. Finally, number 3, Kaitlin, gets a goal with a beautiful sliding side kick in.

Then something odd happens. Our coach Adriana decides to pull out our second half goalie, number 6, Micaela and mover her from goalie to a forward. Putting, Jordan, number 16, back in as goalie. Micaela has to be quick and nibble for a quick change, both wardrobe and mind. She is defiantly up to the task. The entire team roots for her, as she takes off down the field as a forward.

Within a few minutes, number 6, Micaela is showing her ability as a forward, with a goal attempt that is blocked, a hard knock down by a defender, and a cheetah run from the half. The team cheers her on. She finally takes a shot, and SCORES!! The whistle blows. Game over. Number 6, Micaela, makes the 6th goal, on the 6th regular season game, on the 1st month of the 26 day, of 2012 year. How cosmic.

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vs. Berkeley
 1/20/2012

Hornets 0, Yellowjackets 0 (Rain out @ 2nd half)

Last time they met at Berkeley, our Hornets lost 3 - 0. This rematch, under the Friday night lights became, Friday night brrrrrr, as our Alameda Hornets want to prove, they are the best. Game time, 5:30pm, Hornets dressed in white, Berkeley Jackets in red, the sky, clear and cool, after a day of soaking rain. The rivalry begins, as the mud starts flying, in what will be known as the Mud Slide Match.
With the field conditions reminiscent of a swamp, the Jackets, did a great job keeping us on our toes. With the first goal attempt by the Jackets within 15 minutes of the game, our goalie, number 16, Jordan, will have her hands full. The Jackets take another shot at Jordan that hits the crossbar but doesn't go in. Finally at 5:55pm we get it down the field where number 17, Angela takes a shot and is easily caught by the Jackets goalie.

The rain starts to come down harder, as the play becomes more intense. The field starts to fill up with pools of water, as the ball skips, then stops. The girl's splash through it with instinct, be the first to the ball. The Jackets are having a tough time against our wall of defense. This allows us to keep the ball towards the middle of the field, where most of the puddles are.

Concerned parents worry about the girls getting hurt, concurrently thinking, how to get the whites, to be white again. It's definitely a Tide commercial. Alameda boosters needs some donations, TIDE.
The intense play gives the Jackets a free kick towards our goal. The shot hits the crossbar and stays out of the goal. Jordan quickly scoops up the ball as the Jackets charge towards her but she swiftly gets it out of there.

The Jackets start getting frustrated as they can't get score. Our goalie, Jordan picks up a slow roller as well as makes a diving save. The sky's open up, the rain, appears as a meteor shower under the lights, making goggles valuable. Number 17, Angela makes an attempt which is kicked out by the Jackets vocal goalie. As we get closer toward half time, the Hornets are keeping it on the side of the Jackets. Our passing game is strong, our defense is giving it their all they have, and our forwards are slowly tearing down the Jackets defense, then the whistle blows. Halftime. Score 0 - 0.

Rain, Rain, Rain, it came down; it came down strong, as if it knew this battle could only get worst. Berkeley decides to huddle out in the rain, the referee come out to talk to the coach, as the other referee meets him on the field. They conference, then decide to call off the game.

What happens next, can only happen when all the elements are in alignment; the Berkeley girls run, dive, and slide into the puddles. Our girls look onward, parents worried; some heed the cries of the parents, others, already muddy, run, dive and slide. The girls will always remember this game; this team, this rivalry, as only part of the equation. Maybe there will be a rematch to make up for the lost half, but for now, we'll have to wait till next year.

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vs. Pinole
 1/12/2012

Hornets 4, Spartans 0

Welcome Pinole Spartans to Alameda, welcome to our real field. Pinole in blue, Alameda in white. Within the first 4 minutes our Hornets made their first goal attempt with number 30 Lauren. Then for the next 3 minutes, 4 more goal attempts were made by number 10 Annie, 11 Alex, and 17 Angela.

Finally number 11 Alex, scored at the 10 minute mark with an assist from number 17 Angela. By this time either the Spartans were stunned, or stuck in the mud, because with 3 more shots by number 11 Alex, 8 Claire and 30 Lauren, they only crossed our half once. Our defenders and forwards dominated, but that left our goalie Jordan, with nothing to do except dreaming of a back pass to switch the field. Sara, number 20 had goal number 2.

A spectacular run by number 8 Claire, who dribbled past the Spartan defenders, faked out the goalie for an “in your face” goal. Stunned by her mystical run, she had one more goal attempt and the last goal before the half. Score: Spartans 0 – Hornets 4.

The Spartans came back to fight, wanting to squash those buzzing hornets. Our Ladies held on to the lead, but felt our goalie needed something to do. The Spartans had one goal attempt, which was easily blocked by Micaela. With seven more goal attempts by number 17 Angela, 5 Vanessa, 28 Rae’ven, 17 Angela, 12 Emi, 10 Annie, and 20 Sara. Darkness fell over the Pinole Spartans, but the stainless white jerseys, of the Alameda Hornets Women’s JV Soccer team, shined bright…or maybe, it’s just the 4th win in a row…glow. 

Score: Spartans 0 – Hornets 4. (If there are any mistakes sorry. Buying some binoculars and getting a ghost writer.)

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vs. Richmond
 1/10/2012

Hornets 7, Oilers 0

With new team jacket and fresh off 2 wins, the Alameda JV Women's Soccer team came dressed to leave an impression. Number 8 Claire scored first, with only 5 minutes off the clock. Then, Annie, Number 10, score, with number 17 Angela next. It seemed like the Oilers were starting to fight back, as a fast break towards our half gave our defenders some work, but our defenders and forwards kept the pressure up, and Oilers parents, put loud pressure on their coach. Number 28, Rae'ven scored the last goal of the 1st half, with her first career goal, and first appearance as a forward.

The second half continued the Hornet domination, as goalie, Number 16, Jordan busted out a goal. With a desire to still win, the Oilers dug in and continued to fight. Continued to push and claw, but they were never rewarded. Number 29 Devon, and number 30, Lauren, sealed the Oilers fate with a Ladies Hornet's, dress to impress score of 7 - 0.

First Half Scoring:
A 8 Claire
A 10 Annie
A 17 Angela
A 28 Rae'ven

Second Half Scoring:
A16 Jordan
A29 Devon
A30 Lauren

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