Coronado girls varsity soccer lost 2-0 on Friday, February 17 in a CIF matchup against West Hills.
To start off, in the first half the Islanders only let up one goal which was from a debatable call inside the box that led to a penalty kick. The West Hills player would shoot and score with 37 minutes left to play in the half. A lot of time left in the game, however Coronado seemed to already be counting themselves out as it appeared there was body language from some players like the game was already finalized as a loss.
As the game continued, many great passes, saves, and steals occurred for both teams. It was as if playing chess, strategizing every move to best benefit the team. The only issue was that both teams were strategizing well, causing the first half to end with West Hills in the lead 1-0.
After the break, as the second half started, you could see in the Islanders’ eyes that they wanted to make a comeback. The Islanders were speeding through the defense, taking the ball from West Hills, creating opportunities to score, but not being able to capitalize. Many chances missed by just inches.
With 22 minutes left in the game West Hills would extend the lead by another goal, making it 2-0. The goal was beautiful. Way out of reach, not able to be saved by anyone, landing in the back right corner of the net.
With many minutes still to go, the Islanders were striving to get a point on the board. Numerous times, Xiomara Mckenna would attempt to use her speed in order to break away from the West Hills defense. Getting so close each time, but ultimately being pushed back.
Unfortunately, as the game concluded, the Coronado Islanders would take the 2-0 loss and end their season, along with any hopes to be CIF champions.
Senior, and starting varsity goalie Olivia Schoettke had an amazing season and was willing to give a few words post-game. She mentioned that playing in her last high school soccer game was heartbreaking, everyone on the team had become like a family to her; and playing for Coronado High has been one of life’s greatest gifts. Olivia says that the team they built throughout the past few years has grown so much and she sees them being even better next year. Playing the game of soccer has become such a huge part in her life and she can’t wait to see what the CHS team can do in the years to come after she graduates.
Congratulations to the Coronado girls varsity soccer team for an amazing season!
