Westcliff Women's Soccer clinched the Cal Pac championship with a late goal from Jordyn Gather in the final minutes of the match against UC Merced. The team's culture focused on positivity and resilience paid off, allowing them to prove critics wrong following a challenging previous season. Goalie Kayli Cokley shone with nine saves, emphasizing the team's strong defense and determination. With their victory, the Warriors are headed to the NAIA national tournament, seeking greater respect and recognition.

By the Numbers
  • Westcliff had only two shots on goal in each half, compared to UC Merced's 14 total shots.
  • Kayli Cokley recorded nine saves amidst heavy pressure for 80 minutes of the game.
State of Play
  • Westcliff finished the regular season with a championship and an undefeated record.
  • The NAIA women's soccer selection show is scheduled for Nov. 16, where postseason seeding will be announced.
What's Next

Westcliff will prepare for the NAIA national tournament, where they hope to secure a more favorable matchup than their previous appearance against the No. 1 seed. The anticipation builds as they aim for a successful postseason run.

Bottom Line

Westcliff has demonstrated growth and resilience as a unit, defying expectations and proving their potential. Their journey reflects the importance of cultivating a supportive team culture and the belief that a happy player is a successful player.