ARCATA, Calif. -- The 'Jacks hosted Stanislaus State for their Pink Game on Thursday at College Creek Field that saw the teams battle to a 0-0 draw. Despite having an advantage in the shots, shots on goal, and corner kicks, Humboldt wasn't able to convert any of their attempts and picked up one point at home. The 'Jacks now hold a record of 9-1-2 overall and 3-1-1 in CCAA play, slotting them at third place in the standings behind Cal Poly Pomona and Cal State San Marcos. 

A slower start from Humboldt gave the Warriors opportunities in the first half. Although the 'Jacks still out-shot Stan State in the first half 10-6, the Warriors had two corner kicks and their defense didn't allow a Humboldt corner kick. Grace Johnson, Frida Duran Arellano, Simone Tafoya, and Brooke Weese all had shots on goal in the first half. 

The 'Jacks kept their theme of responding well in the second half after making some adjustments. Offensively, Humboldt took 10 more shots than Stan State and totaled four corner kicks compared to the Warriors one. Tied for second most goals in the CCAA with six, Emilia Long and Frida Duran Arellano took a combined total of five shots in the final 45 minutes but were unable to put the 'Jacks on the board. In the last five minutes of the match, Humboldt recorded five shots and two corner kicks that had everyone in the stands on the edge of their seat, as there were opportunities to take the lead. The Warrior goalkeeper was kept busy as a result and posted 10 saves on the day, with two clutch saves coming in the second half to keep Humboldt off the scoreboard. 

The team sported pink jerseys on Thursday that were sponsored by the Heather Janikowski Foundation in hopes to raise funds and awareness surrounding Breast Cancer research. Megan Janikowski created the non-profit foundation in memory of her mother, Heather Janikowski. If you wish to learn more or donate and support this cause, please visit https://hj.foundation/. All funds will be donated to a local family in the Humboldt area who has been impacted by cancer.
 

(1/2) Post game interview with @grant_landy and Megan Janikowski after the 0-0 draw today against Stanislaus State ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/rZ2vkUcJNN

— Cal Poly Humboldt Women's Soccer (@Humboldt_WSOC) October 13, 2023

Notable Stats

• Goalkeeper Carson Thomson-Terrel had five saves
• Emilia Long and Frida Duran Arellano combined for nine shots, with five being on goal
• Emma McChristie, Kylea Becker, and Simone Tafoya all had three shots
• The Humboldt defense has not allowed a goal in three games, with the last opponent goal coming on October 1

 

⚽️ | FINAL: @Humboldt_WSOC comes up even with the Warriors for a final score of 0-0.

This match was sponsored by the Heather Janikowski Foundation to raise awareness and funds surrounding Breast Cancer research 🩷

Next up, the Jacks head to Chico on Sunday for an 11:30 kickoff. pic.twitter.com/xDb69xVaIj

— Cal Poly Humboldt Lumberjacks (@HumboldtJacks) October 13, 2023

Records
Cal Poly Humboldt (9-1-2, 3-1-1 CCAA)
Stanislaus State (4-5-3, 1-2-2 CCAA)

Up Next
Humboldt will take on rival Chico State this Sunday in Chico at 11:30 a.m. Last season, Humboldt defeated Chico 1-0 in the final regular season game to clinch a spot in the playoffs. In the first round, Chico defeated the 'Jacks with a final score of 1-2. You can catch the action on the CCAA Network. For more information on Cal Poly Humboldt women's soccer, please visit humboldtathletics.com and follow us on all social media platforms.