RIVER GROVE, Ill. – Rock Valley College women's soccer continued its strong run of play with a 5-0 victory over Triton College, using an explosive second-half performance and another solid defensive effort to secure the Region 4 win.
The Golden Eagles controlled much of the opening half but were unable to break through against an organized Triton defense. Despite generating scoring opportunities, Rock Valley entered halftime in a scoreless tie before finding its offensive rhythm after the break.
RVC came out with renewed energy in the second half, scoring five unanswered goals to take control of the contest. Sydney Stovall led the Golden Eagles with two goals, while Isabella "Izze" Fritz, Jocelyn Harms and Daniela Bernal-Pulido each added a goal.
Fritz played a significant role in the offensive effort, finishing with a goal and two assists for a four-point performance. Emilia Arias and Kassandra Jimenez each contributed an assist as Rock Valley received production from throughout its attacking lineup.
Stovall led the scoring effort with her two-goal performance, converting both of her shots on goal. Arias also remained active in the attack, recording four shots, while Fritz added three attempts. Joscelyn Posada contributed two shots, both on target, as the Golden Eagles continued to create opportunities in the attacking third.
Rock Valley finished the match with 16 shots, including eight on goal, while holding Triton to just four total attempts.
The Golden Eagles were equally effective defensively, with goalkeepers Sareth Marquez and Zoey Williams combining for the shutout. Marquez played 70 minutes in goal without allowing a score, while Williams handled the final 20 minutes and recorded a save to preserve the clean sheet.
The victory highlighted Rock Valley's ability to remain patient against a compact defensive opponent before finding success in the attacking third. With five different scoring contributions and another shutout performance, the Golden Eagles continued to demonstrate their offensive depth and defensive consistency.
RVC will look to carry the momentum from the victory into the final stretch of its Region 4 schedule as the Golden Eagles continue preparing for postseason competition.
