La Mirada experiences defeat in penalty kicks during the CIF-SS DIV. 4 Girls Soccer Finals, with the match ending scoreless in regulation.
La Mirada High Girls Soccer Advances to CIF State SoCal Regional Playoffs
After a hard-fought battle in the CIF-Southern Section Division 4 final, the La Mirada High girls soccer team has secured a spot in the CIF State Southern California Regional playoffs. This comes as no surprise, as teams that reach the section finals typically qualify for state-level competition.
The final match against Sage Hill High ended in double overtime with a score of 1-0. Senior goalkeeper Mia Cook stopped Jaden Rall's shot in the fifth round, opening the door for Mahan to tie things up. However, Mahan's attempt hit the upper right corner of the goalpost, giving Sage Hill the victory.
La Mirada High (14-8-3) entered the postseason with less than 10 victories and without a league championship for the first time. Despite the loss, head coach Dave Christensen is proud of his team for their performance in the tournament.
The CIF-SOUTHERN SECTION DIVISION 4 GIRLS SOCCER PLAYOFFS involved Valley Christian High, with the game against Maranatha High marking a significant moment in the tournament. Unfortunately, Valley Christian was ousted early in the CIF-Southern Section playoffs, a challenge they have faced twice in the past five seasons, both times in penalty kicks.
Meanwhile, the Artesia High girls soccer team made history by winning the CIF-Southern Section Division championship last Friday night. This is the first girls soccer title in Artesia High's school history.
As for La Mirada's upcoming state playoff matches, the exact opponents and dates are not yet detailed. For the most accurate information, checking MaxPreps or the CIF Southern Section official site closer to the playoff dates or consulting the school’s athletics page is recommended.
The game was a defensive battle in the first half, with limited shots taken. The first shot of the game came from Sage Hill's leading scorer, Fukuda, and was saved by La Mirada's goalkeeper. La Mirada struggled offensively in the second half, with limited opportunities. The penalty kick format started with a goal by Giselle Barron for La Mirada and a high attempt by senior midfielder Giselle De Anda.
This is La Mirada High's sixth trip to the divisional finals since 2008. Although they didn't secure the victory this time, the team will undoubtedly continue to fight hard in the CIF State SoCal Regional playoffs.
The community eagerly awaits the local sports events with La Mirada High's girls soccer team progressing to the CIF State SoCal Regional playoffs. With regular updates in the community news, fans can follow their journey.
Interestingly, Artesia High's girls soccer team also created history by winning the CIF-Southern Section Division championship, a first for their school.
In the upcoming state playoff matches, many are looking forward to seeing if La Mirada High can regroup and claim victory, having reached the divisional finals six times since 2008.
