Tigers Showcase Defensive Grit in Narrow Battle at Santa Clara

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The Pacific women’s soccer program showcased a determined defensive effort against Santa Clara on Wednesday evening, holding the Broncos scoreless through the first half before narrowly falling 2-1 at Buck Shaw Field from Stevens Stadium. Kaya Rosa continued her impressive offensive campaign, scoring her team-leading sixth goal of the season and fifth in her last six matches. Rosa’s late strike also marked Pacific’s first goal scored on the road against Santa Clara since rejoining the West Coast Conference in 2013. The Tigers (1-10-1, 0-2-1 WCC) demonstrated resilience throughout the conference clash, anchored by freshman goalkeeper Ava…