The Temecula Valley Golden Bears secured a crucial win in their soccer match against the Great Oak Wolfpack (8-3-2) Thursday, Jan. 11. With a 2-1 victory, Temecula Valley (8-3-1) stayed undefeated in league play and are on track for another impressive performance this season. Carly Radke’s game-winning goal, combined with the Golden Bears impressive record, earned her acclaim as one of the standout players for Temecula Valley last week.
Great Oak struck first behind the leg of Nathalia Guzman, but it would prove to be the only point for the Wolfpack as Temecula Valley held on for the win. The Golden Bears netted their first goal with nine minutes left in the second half before Radke put the game away in the final two minutes.
The importance of the win cannot be overstated for Temecula Valley, who have now taken their record to 4-0 in league play. The team has only allowed a single goal in four matches, showcasing an impressive defense. The Golden Bears are hoping to claim a seventh consecutive Southwestern League title this season while also keeping a clean league sheet.
Radke continues to be one of Temecula Valley’s top performers, with a total of 6 goals this season. Looking at the wider context of the league, Murrieta Valley (9-0-3) currently boasts a record of 2-0-2 while Vista Murrieta (9-7-1) is at 1-2-1 in Southwestern League play. Murrieta Mesa (4-3-1) is 1-3 and Chaparral (1-7-1) remains winless at 0-3-1.
Temecula Valley’s spot atop the league is a testament to their skill and determination, and they will look to continue their undefeated streak in the coming matches. This week the Golden Bears take on the Nighthawks, who have yet to lose a game this season, and the Broncos as the second half of the league season gets underway.
JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia.com.
