Saturday scoring barrage

The Corona del Mar AYSO Region 57 boys under-12 soccer team began the

second half of the season with an 8-0 victory over Pacific South

United on Saturday. Colton Gyulay started the scoring blitz with a

goal in the opening minutes.

By the half, Kjell Wolker had scored one goal and Gyulay had two

for a 3-0 lead. Precise passing by Brent Lawson, Blake Thomsen, Wil

Morrow, Jack Gorab and Mason Case controlled offensive action.

Defensive plays by Brent Gray, Brennan Anderson, Jensen Rinehart,

Nick Curci and goalie, Logan Newett -- with four saves -- helped in

earning another shutout. Five more goals were tallied in the second,

with goals by Taylor Ross and Steven Miller, Wolker and Gyulay.

* Purplicious 3, Oreos 2

After a scoreless first half, Purplicious fell behind 2-0 early in

the third quarter. Then Megan Otterbein broke open the scoring with a

goal, followed by Bryn Hastings, who lofted one from more than 18

yards out, over the goalie’s head.

With the game still tied 2-2 in the fourth, Kelly O’Connor also

lofted one from beyond the penalty box to win the game.

Samantha Mangione and Jackie Crosson were strong on defense, while

McKenna Caskey and Carlie Rinehart each had numerous saves in the

goal for Purplicious.

In boys under-10 play:

* Trojans 6, Tiger Sharks 2

Joseph Tatchell scored four goals to lead the Trojans. Tough

defense by Montgomery Faigen, Callum Heasley and Nicky Heston put the

pressure on for the opponents. Chris Heston assisted Kyle Flagg on a

goal, while Garrett Byers had a solid game on offense and defense.

* Orange Madness 1, Squidworks 1

Orange Madness and Squidworks played to a 1-1 tie in a battle that

went back and forth. Squidworks scored first, but Orange Madness came

back to tie on a goal by Chase Alibrando, assisted by Cole Caminiti

and Nate Pozin. Anthony Cecere unleashed several fierce shots for

Orange Madness, but Squidworks’ strong defense and goalkeeping kept

the score even.

* Green Vipers 2, Squidworks 2

The Vipers got on the scoreboard first when Jack Menzia’s penalty

kick ricocheted off the goalie, and forward Jake Hastings punched it

in for a goal, in a game played Oct. 16. Menzia had an assist later

to Matt Elmajian for the Vipers’ second goal.

Tommy Brooks was in goal for the fourth quarter, saving three

goals and preserving the tie. Liam Karas, Drew Hanson and Ricky Nadal

were also solid in goalie duties. Chris Beyrooty dominated the

midfield throughout the game.

* Stingers 3, Tidal Waves 2

Alex Asdourian scored all three goals in the Stingers win -- twice

with assists from Tomo Andry. Strong goalkeeping efforts from Greg

Williford and Luke Meleski led the defense, while Daemon Kane and

Tyler Duncan controlled the midfield.

In girls under-10 play:

* Fireworks 3, Titans 1

The Fireworks scored three goals in the first half, thanks to

strong midfield play by Kelsey Humphreys, goals by Shelby Brown and

assists by Eliza Day. The Titans kept the game competitive and were

able to score on a bouncing goal by Taylor Rule in second half.

Strong goalie efforts by Olivia Dajee, Taylor Rule and Megan Diaz

from the Titans, along with Hannah Mishow and Taryn Beaufort from the

Fireworks, prevented further goals from being scored. The Fireworks’

defensive efforts from Tana Cooper, Emily Day, Sheila Sadr and Devon

Tucker also contributed to the win.

* SunKissed 4, Purple Panthers 1

Emily Krebs scored two goals for SunKissed, with assists from

Natasha Fisker. Sara Machoskie and Fisker each had a goal. Olivia

Peterson, Alexa Losey and Kate Allen played at fullback, while

Katherine Noe showcased midfield passing. Marit Vangrow played at

sweeper and Jaime Kingkade played solid defense.

* SunKissed 3, Fierce Fionas 1

Kate Allen, Natasha Fisker and Emily Krebs all scored off assists

by Sara Machoskie in a game played Oct. 9. Katherine Noe, Alexa

Losey, Allen and Fisker protected well as goal keepers.

Marit Vangrow and Jaime Kingkade played solid defense, while Noe

and Olivia Peterson had numerous shots on goal.

In girls under-6 play:

* Dolphins vs. Green Mermaids

Multiple goals were scored by Becca Roque and Erika Anderson.

Brooke Walker and Stephanie Morris added to the scoring effort, while

Cameryn Albano, Allison Barnes and Catherine Trenerry played solid

defense and had numerous assists.

* Pink Ponies vs. Sunshine Girls

Caroline Wood and Abby Wysopal scored goals for the Pink Ponies

off of assists from Jessica Saucedo and Maddie Green.

Anna Hartog and Kelly Walsh played solid defense and throws from

Amanda Corlett and Lindsey Gronendyke helped the team.

In girls under-14 play:

* Pink Power Flamingos vs. Pink Panthers

Kelly Lang and Jessica Viale led the scoring for the Flamingos,

while Kaylin Knitowski and Gabby Finear had solid passing. Jennifer

Wetton, Olivia Egly, Haley Hopkins and Savannah Stewart also scored.