Women’s Soccer Beats Cal Lutheran

Sophomore midfielder Ellie Gilbert scored in the 86th minute to give Westmont women’s soccer (0-3) a 1-0 exhibition victory over Cal Lutheran on September 13 at Thorrington Field. The contest was considered a countable game for the Regals.

Gilbert was fouled with less than five minutes remaining in the game, setting up a free kick from 40 yards out, which was taken by sophomore defender Madison Ford. Sophomore defender Grace Rhodes received the service at the left side of the box and sent it to the opposite side of the goal where Gilbert finished with her right foot. 

“I’m really proud of our group for their buy-in, energy, and the determination to find a way,” said Westmont’s head coach Lauren Matthias. “We still need to continue growing in our ability to trust the process and each other, but I’m proud of the fight to get it done today.” 

The late game winner was only possible because of an outstanding save on a penalty kick in the 49th minute by Westmont goalkeeper Katie Lannon. 

The Warriors will host three games in a row, beginning Monday, September 22, against UC Merced at 3:30 pm. They face Stanislaus State on Thursday, September 25, at 12:30 pm before opening PacWest competition against Concordia on Thursday, October 2 at 12:20 pm.