YOUTH SCENE: Local soccer team gets split decision

DINOSAUR CHICAS

The Laguna Beach Dinosaur Chicas soccer team picked up one loss and one win over the weekend.

Laguna Niguel handed them their first loss of the season in a close 1-0 battle at Moulton Meadows Field on Saturday.

The Chica’s tough defense by Natalie Belyea, Nadia Demilly-Otteson and Hailey Ferguson held visiting Niguel to a scoreless 0-0 tie until the fourth quarter.

Midfielders Victoria Bush and Jamie Duncan fought to control the center of the field and pass to the forwards, but a break-away late in the match led to Niguel’s one goal past the Chicas’ defenders, handing them a tough loss.

The Chicas came back on Sunday with raised energy and beat an undefeated San Clemente 2-0 at El Moro Field.

“It was an amazing match,” Laguna assistant coach Tim Merchant said. “The girls really played as a team today with everybody doing their job on the field.”

The first three quarters of the match were a back-and-forth battle between opposing defenses. Defenders continuously regained possession of the ball with several tackles, while first half goal keeper Nina Bo defended the net with several amazing saves.

The Chicas offense dominated their opposing forces, including a few intercepted passes.

In the third quarter, Bo switched to center forward, where she scored the team’s first goal. Offensive pressure in the fourth quarter caused San Clemente to score on their own goal, putting Laguna over the top, 2-0.

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DROP-IN BASKETBALL OFFERED

Basketball players are invited to drop in and play Sunday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Dugger Gym; also Tuesday and Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m. at Thurston Middle School. Free for ages 18 and younger.

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TRACK AND FIELD CLINIC

Youth runners can improve on the basics of track and field while preparing for the OCMAA track meet from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Guyer Field. Coach Fred Pichay will focus on endurance, strength, speed and jumping drills. Teens will practice the shot put and ages 12 and younger will practice the softball throw. $32 per youth, and $16 per additional family member.

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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

For Young Kids

The Temple Terrace Branch offers Outdoor games from 2 to 2:45 p.m. and Sports Club from 4 to 4:30 p.m. daily. Monthly fees for activities before 2:15 p.m. are $250, $225 for activities after 2:15 p.m. Drop-in fee is $25.

Martial Arts

Build confidence, strength, and balance with martial arts and yoga classes: Pau Kau is offered from 4 to 4:45 p.m. today and Tuesday. $60 per month; Yoga and Tai Chi is from 3 to 4 p.m. today. $30 per month. A “special combo” for both classes is $80 per month. For more information, call (949) 494-2535.

Summer Camp

Registration for Summer Day Camp is now open. The camp will run from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, from June 23 to August 27; includes sports, swimming, dance camp, beach days, group challenges and field trips; $20 per day with membership. Annual membership is $150. For more information, visit www.bgclaguna.org.