Santa Clara women's soccer opened its home season with a 1-1 draw against California. The Broncos (1-0-1) bounced back in the second half after the Golden Bears (0-0-2) led early with a goal from Soleil Dimry in the 11th minute. Santa Clara equalized following a penalty kick, converted by Kennedy Schoennauer in the 56th minute. The match highlighted defensive efforts from both sides, with key saves and attempts, but neither team could secure a second goal. Head coach Jerry Smith remains tied for the second-most wins among Division I women's soccer coaches at 570.

By the Numbers
  • Santa Clara totaled 13 shots, with 8 on target.
  • California recorded 8 shots, with 3 saved by Santa Clara's Ally Harrison.
State of Play
  • Santa Clara is currently 1-0-1 in the season.
  • California remains winless with a record of 0-0-2.
What's Next

Santa Clara will look to secure their first home victory of the season when they host Oregon on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Stevens Stadium. The team will aim to build on their strong second-half performance and capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Bottom Line

The draw against California serves as a reminder of Santa Clara's resilience, having overcome an early deficit, but highlights the need for increased offensive execution in future matches. The Broncos aim to convert promising plays into goals as they prepare for their next challenge against Oregon.