STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA — Western Ore. defeated Seattle Pacific 2-0 on Thursday, extending its winning streak to two matches with a defensive masterclass in NCAA Division II play. The Wolves struck early in the first half through Michael Divano before Evan Huber sealed the victory in the 67th minute, handing the home team its first loss in three games.
Divano opened scoring in the 12th minute, assisted by Yahir Ocampo Navarro and Marcus Vazquez, giving Western Ore. a crucial lead it would not relinquish. The goal came during a first-half period where both teams tested each other's defenses, with Seattle Pacific generating multiple chances but failing to convert. Western Ore.'s goalkeeper made three saves to preserve the advantage heading into halftime.
The second half saw Seattle Pacific intensify its attacking pressure, earning 10 corner kicks compared to Western Ore.'s two. Despite the territorial advantage, the Falcons could not break through Western Ore.'s organized backline. Huber's goal in the 67th minute effectively ended any comeback hopes, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to double the lead.
Seattle Pacific's frustration boiled over late in the match when Kasey Toevs received a red card in the 88th minute for unsporting conduct, leaving the home team with 10 players for the final minutes. The Falcons also accumulated three yellow cards throughout the contest, with Jackson Goode and Lukas Shriner among those cautioned.
Western Ore. controlled the match tactically despite being outshot