| 2025 Big West Women's Soccer Championship Semifinal Round - No. 2 seed Cal Poly 1, No. 3 seed Cal State Fullerton 0 |
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Cal Poly secured a 1-0 victory over Cal St. Fullerton on Thursday at Matador Soccer Field, advancing to the 2025 Big West Women's Soccer Championship Semifinal. The decisive goal came in the second half, with Cal Poly capitalizing on one of their four shots on goal. Cal Poly's defense maintained a clean sheet, with freshman phenom goalkeeper Shannon Porubski making three saves to preserve the shutout.
With the win, Cal Poly improves its season record to 9-2-9 and will advance to the Championship final on Sunday at 1 p.m., from Northridge, Calif. The Mustangs are making their 10th finale, with its last coming in 2023. Cal Poly will be seeking its fourth Big West Championship, having won in 1996, '03, and '04.
The first half between the Mustangs and Titans ended scoreless, with both teams having opportunities to get on the board first. Cal State Fullerton's Sail Bozinovic attempted an early shot in the third minute, missing left, and later forced a save from Cal Poly's Porubski in the 24th minute. The Mustangs responded with several chances, including shots from Siena Urzua and Jessie Halladay, both of which went wide, and Camryn Penn's attempt in the 32nd minute was saved by Big West Goalkeeper of the Year Isaac Ranson. Despite their efforts, neither team managed to find the back of the net in the first period.
Cal Poly scored the game's lone goal on a decisive penalty kick goal by Halladay in the 75th minute. The Titans had several offensive opportunities, including four corner kicks in the second frame, but failed to convert any into goals. Porubski made a crucial save against an 87th-minute shot by Isabella Contreras, helping to maintain the advantage and secure the win.
Mustangs Madelyn Dougherty and Lauren Collier each contributed to Cal Poly's offensive pressure, both registering a shot on goal, with Halladay's game-winner proving the difference.
Ranson played a crucial role for the Titans with three saves over the course of the match, facing seven shots and conceding only one goal. Isabella Cruz and Bozinovic were both active offensively, registering two shots with one on target. Contreras also tested the opposing goalkeeper with a shot on goal. Despite their efforts, the team was unable to capitalize on these opportunities.
Cal State Fullerton closes the emotional season with a record of 14-3-3.