San Ramon Valley girls claimed the NCS Division I soccer championship with a thrilling double-overtime victory over Carondelet, securing their first title since 2016. The game-winning goal by Ella Beardslee in the final moments sealed the 2-1 win, avenging last season's loss to the same rival. On the boys' side, Berkeley clinched the Division I title with a 1-0 victory over Dougherty Valley. In Division II, Tamalpais girls triumphed over Las Lomas 2-1, while Las Lomas boys secured a 3-1 victory against Maria Carrillo, claiming their second NCS crown. Miramonte girls won the Division III title over Cardinal Newman in a penalty shoot-out, marking their fifth NCS championship.

The Big Picture

This year's NCS soccer championships showcased intense matches and dramatic victories across different divisions, highlighting the competitive nature and talent in high school soccer programs.

By the Numbers
  • San Ramon Valley girls are now nine-time NCS champions.
  • Berkeley boys secured their fourth NCS Division I title.
State of Play
  • San Ramon Valley girls avenged last year's loss to Carondelet with a thrilling overtime win, capturing their first section title since 2016.
  • Berkeley boys won their NCS Division I title with a narrow 1-0 victory over Dougherty Valley, maintaining their exceptional defensive record.
  • Las Lomas boys showcased a strong first-half performance to claim the Division II title against Maria Carrillo.
What's Next

Following their NCS victories, teams like San Ramon Valley, Berkeley, and Las Lomas will advance to NorCal play, where they will face new challenges and competitors at the regional level.

Bottom Line

The NCS soccer championships delivered exhilarating moments and well-deserved victories for San Ramon Valley, Berkeley, Tamalpais, Las Lomas, and Miramonte, showcasing the dedication and skill of high school soccer teams in the region.