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Exciting Matchups in North Bay League Soccer

The North Bay League soccer scene delivered thrilling action this past Friday night, with standout performances and pivotal matchups that continue to shape the standings. As teams vie for top positions, several games showcased intense competition and impressive plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

In a significant clash, the Ukiah Wildcats defeated Cardinal Newman with a score of 2-0. This win propels Ukiah to the forefront of the North Bay League Oak division, now boasting an overall record of 8-4 and 2-0 in league play. Rios Munoz opened the scoring in the 14th minute, assisted by Adrian Vasquez, while Vasquez himself tallied another assist in the 64th minute for Leo Gaeta’s goal, solidifying their lead. Cardinal Newman now stands at 3-6-1 overall and 1-1 in league.

Over in Santa Rosa, Windsor Jaguars edged out Montgomery Vikings with a narrow 1-0 victory. The decisive moment came with just ten minutes left in a tightly contested match when Jimmy Estrada was fouled in the penalty area. Parker Sterling stepped up to convert the penalty kick, earning Windsor their second league victory while keeping their overall record unblemished at 7-0-5 and 2-0 in league play. Montgomery now sits at 5-4-2 overall and 0-2 in league.

In a dynamic matchup between Maria Carrillo and Rancho Cotate, the teams battled to a 2-2 draw. Rancho Cotate took an early lead with goals from Roy Calva and Luis Angel López, putting them ahead 2-0 by halftime. However, Maria Carrillo rallied back with two goals in the second half from Sebastien Daly and Lucas Famini, securing a hard-earned point. Rancho's current record stands at 6-1-3, while Carrillo is at 3-3-5, now 0-1-1 in league play.

Meanwhile, in the Vine Valley Athletic League, Sonoma Valley Dragons achieved a crucial 1-0 victory over Napa, maintaining their unbeaten record in league play at 2-0-2. Chris Mendoza scored the only goal of the match, assisted by JanCarlos Gomez. This win improved Sonoma Valley's overall record to 5-4-5, while Napa now stands at 3-4-3 and 2-2 in league.

Vintage High School continued their dominant run in the VVAL with a resounding 5-1 victory against American Canyon. The Crushers are now 14-1-1 overall and a perfect 5-0 in league play. Jaden Jaramillo was instrumental, contributing one goal and two assists, while Henry Drozdowicz netted two goals of his own. Adan Bautista and Osmar Garcia each added to the score, showcasing Vintage's offensive prowess.

The girls' soccer matches also reflected the competitiveness of the North Bay League. In a tightly contested game, Rancho Cotate and Piner ended in a 1-1 draw. Jazlene Alanis scored for Rancho in the first half, but Piner equalized in the second half, ensuring both teams remain in contention at the top of the NBL-Redwood standings.

Other noteworthy scores from the girls' matches included Santa Rosa's 2-1 victory over Healdsburg and a 1-1 draw between Sonoma Academy and Tamalpais.

As the season progresses, the intensity of the matches will only increase, with teams fighting for crucial points in their respective leagues. The North Bay League continues to promise exciting soccer action, spotlighting local talent and competitive spirit that keeps fans engaged throughout the season.