2013 Dons Men's Soccer News

Season
Dons Season Comes to an End with 3-2 Loss to Hartnell in State Semis
Dons Season Comes to an End with 3-2 Loss to Hartnell in State Semis

Luis Venegas pulled the Dons within one late in the game, but it wasn't enough as Santa Ana was unable to take advantage of playing a man-up late.

Dons to Face Hartnell College in State Championship Semifinals
Dons to Face Hartnell College in State Championship Semifinals

Following their 2-1 overtime victory over San Bernardino Valley College in the Southern Regional Finals, the Dons advanced to the State Championships and will face Hartnell College, the #4-seed in the north.

#3 Dons Upset #2 San Bernardino Valley 2-1 in OT to Advance to State Final Four
#3 Dons Upset #2 San Bernardino Valley 2-1 in OT to Advance to State Final Four

The Dons got a goal from Leonardo Contreras with seven minutes remaining in overtime to send them to the CCCAA State Championships for the first time since 2009.

Leonardo Contreras controls the ball at midfield in front of an LA Harbor defender in the Dons 5-1 win. Contreras scored two goals and assisted a third as the Dons advanced to the Regional Finals with the victory.
Dons Advance to Regional Finals with 5-1 Win over LA Harbor College

The Dons advance to the third round where they will travel to #2 San Bernardino Valley College following a 5-1 win over LA Harbor College.

Dons to Host #6 LA Harbor College in Second Round of Playoffs
Dons to Host #6 LA Harbor College in Second Round of Playoffs

Following their 3-0 victory over #14 San Diego City College in the first round, the Dons advanced to the second round where they will host #6 Los Angeles Harbor College.

Leonardo Contreras scored two goals in the Dons 3-0 win over San Diego City College in the first round of the CCCAA Playoffs.
Dons Shutout SD City 3-0 to Advance to Second Round of Playoffs

Leonardo Contreras scored twice with Luis Venegas notching the third goal as the Dons picked up the first round win over San Diego City College.

Jose Angulo controls the ball in front of an Irvine Valley College defender. Angulo scored a goal in the Dons 5-1 win.
Dons Get 5-1 Win over Irvine Valley College in Final Home Game of Regular Season

Luis Venegas scored two goals with Brandon Novoa, Eric Clayborn and Jose Angulo each adding a goal in the 5-1 win over Irvine Valley College.

Luis Venegas sends a shot in on a free kick in the Dons 3-3 tie with Fullerton College. Venegas scored all three goals for the Dons.
Dons Scored in Stoppage Time to Force 3-3 Tie with Fullerton College

Luis Venegas scored all three goals for the Dons, with his third goal coming about one minute into stoppage time to give the Dons a 3-3 tie with Fullerton College.

Leonardo Contreras bends this shot around the Hawks defensive wall for the first goal of the Dons 2-2 tie with Santiago Canyon College.
Dons Escape with a 2-2 Tie against Santiago Canyon College

After taking a 2-0 lead into the half, the Dons surrendered two second half goals to play Santiago Canyon College to a 2-2 tie.

Dons Overcome Early Deficit to Force 3-3 Tie with Golden West College
Dons Overcome Early Deficit to Force 3-3 Tie with Golden West College

The Dons had to make two comebacks to escape their match with Golden West College with a 3-3 tie. Leonardo Contreras played a part in all three goals for the Dons.

Venegas and Solis Score Two Goals Apiece in 4-0 Win over Orange Coast
Venegas and Solis Score Two Goals Apiece in 4-0 Win over Orange Coast

Luis Venegas scored early for the Dons before Antonio Solis scored back-to-back goals. Venegas added the fourth goal to cap scoring.

Dons Hold Off Late Rally to Defeat Norco College 4-2
Dons Hold Off Late Rally to Defeat Norco College 4-2

Luis Venegas scored a pair of goals for the Dons as they remain undefeated in Orange Empire Conference play.

Edwin Navarrete (5) leaves his feet to score a goal in the Dons 6-0 win over Cypress College.
Dons Open Orange Empire Conference Play with 6-0 Win over Cypress

Five different players scored as the Dons cruised to an easy victory in their Orange Empire Conference opener.

Jose Angulo looks for a teammate in the Dons 3-1 victory over Pasadena City College. Angulo scored a goal and had an assist in the win.
Dons Forced to Work Hard for 3-1 Win over Pasadena City College

The Dons closed out non-conference competition with a 3-1 victory over visiting Pasadena City College.

Chris Cruz watches as his second goal goes over the arms of San Bernardino Vallley College's goalkeeper in the Dons 3-2 loss.
Dons Unable to Overcome Early Deficit in 3-2 Loss to San Bernardino Valley College

The Dons spotted the Wolverines an early 2-0 lead and were never able to come back in their first-ever loss on their new field. Both Dons goals were scored by Chris Cruz.

Luis Venegas controls a ball in the air right in front of teammate Leonardo Contreras. Each had a goal in the Dons 2-0 win over LA Mission College.
Dons Open Season with 2-0 Victory Over LA Mission on New Soccer Field

Leonardo Contreras scored the first goal by a Dons player on the new soccer field as the Dons opened the 2013 season with the shutout victory.