CARSON -- Cal State LA's women's soccer team put the finishing touches on a successful non-conference schedule with a win over California Collegiate Athletic Association foe Cal State Dominguez Hills.

The Golden Eagles (3-1-2) got a penalty kick goal early in the second half from Shelby Melin and recorded a 1-0 win over the Toros (1-4-1) Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park. The Golden Eagles earned wins over Concordia, Biola and Cal State Dominguez Hills and ties against Point Loma and Azusa Pacific in their first six games. The only blemish was a hard-fought 1-0 decision at defending national champion Western Washington.

Cal State LA controlled most of the game against an improved Cal State Dominguez Hills squad on Saturday, but had difficulty finishing their changes. The Golden Eagles had a 23-7 advantage in shots, including a 14-3 edge in the second half.

The Golden Eagles also had a 12-3 advantage in corner kicks, including a 9-0 edge in the opening half.

The only score of the game came when Alice Hernandez was fouled in the box in the 56th minute. Hernandez was set to be on the receiving end of a cross from Liliana Gonzalez, but she was taken down and a penalty kick awarded. Melin converted for her first goal of the season and the fourth of her career, including the third game-winner.

The Golden Eagles continued their pressure throughout the game and very nearly made it 2-0 in the final 10 minutes. Erin Schrock had a great shot clank off the crossbar and a rebound attempt from Gonzalez went wide.

Gonzalez finished the game with a match-high six shots, including three on goal. Jassmin Ortiz, Thaiz Hernandez, Alice Hernandez and Melin had three shots each. Ortiz was especially active in the game, playing an outstanding 69 minutes in the midfield.

Taesja Paopao made three saves in goal for the Golden Eagles and recorded her third shutout of the season and her second straight.

Cal State LA will open conference play on Friday at 7 p.m. against San Francisco State.