LOS ANGELES — Cal State LA extended its winning streak to three matches and its unbeaten run to five with a 1-0 victory over Cal State San Marcos Sunday at University Stadium.
Briana Chagolla scored the game's only goal early in the second half, while goalkeeper Kendyl Sumlin made four saves to help the Golden Eagles record their fourth consecutive shutout.
Cal State LA improved to 7-2-4 overall and 4-2-2 in California Collegiate Athletic Association play with the victory.
The Golden Eagles controlled the opening half, recording the first four shots of the match and earning seven corner kicks while allowing only one shot. Chagolla forced saves from Cal State San Marcos goalkeeper Keira Patterson in the 14th and 34th minutes, while Itzel Carbajal put another attempt on frame in the 42nd minute.
Cal State LA finally broke through at the 54:09 mark. Chagolla found the net for an unassisted goal, giving the Golden Eagles a 1-0 advantage.
The Cougars increased the pressure after falling behind, but Sumlin and the Cal State LA defense protected the lead. Sumlin stopped Isabelle Salazar's shot in the 69th minute and made two more saves in the closing minutes.
Cal State San Marcos hit the woodwork twice in the second half, including Karli Sikes' attempt in the 87th minute. Sumlin then denied Kayla Knoob moments later to preserve the shutout.
Chagolla led the Golden Eagles with four shots and three attempts on goal. Cal State LA finished with eight shots, four shots on goal and all seven of the match's corner kicks.
Sumlin played all 90 minutes and posted her fourth straight clean sheet as the Golden Eagles continued their impressive defensive stretch. Cal State LA has won three consecutive matches, gone unbeaten in five straight and not allowed a goal in its past four contests.
