RUSTLERS FINISH HISTORIC SEASON AS 3C2A STATE RUNNER-UP AFTER FALLING TO SIERRA COLLEGE, 2–0
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Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Sierra | Golden West |
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| Shots (on goal) | 17 (6) | 3 (2) |
| Saves | 2 | 4 |
| Fouls | 8 | 6 |
| Corner Kicks | 9 | 0 |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. — The most successful season in Golden West College women's soccer history came to a close on Sunday morning, as the Rustlers fell 2–0 to Sierra College in the 2025 3C2A State Championship at Saddleback College. Golden West caps its remarkable postseason run as the state runner-up, advancing to the championship match for the first time in program history.
Sierra (19-2-4) struck quickly, scoring in the 6th minute on a finish from Addison Johnson off a feed from Josie Young to take a 1–0 lead. The Wolverines doubled their advantage in the 36th minute when Olivia Sisto converted from close range after a setup from Ashanti Mandrigal, putting Golden West in a 2–0 hole at halftime.
Despite the early setbacks, Golden West regrouped defensively and held Sierra scoreless the rest of the way.
The Rustlers (15-5-7) worked tirelessly to find momentum in the attack but were limited to just three total shots in the match. Jada Overton and Renata Salerno provided the team's two shots on goal, both of which were turned aside by Sierra goalkeeper Alexia Holdren, who recorded the shutout.
On the other end, Golden West goalkeeper Mia Cook, made four saves to keep the Rustlers within striking distance.
Although the season ends one step short of a state title, the 2025 Rustlers cemented themselves as the most accomplished team in program history. Golden West:
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Reached its first-ever 3C2A State Championship Match
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Advanced through the bracket by defeating two No. 1 seeds (Saddleback and Folsom Lake)
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Earned wins in the SoCal Regional Playoffs and the State Semifinals
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Finished the year with a 15-5-7 record, the program's best postseason run to date
Head coach Krissy Barone and her staff guided a resilient group that overcame adversity, embraced its underdog identity, and delivered a postseason run that will be remembered for seasons to come.
