Share: As game time approached on Tuesday evening, Hutto-Patterson Gym shook as the hollering from the girls grew loud, and pink and black bounced around the gym floor. The energy from the gym made way for the Lancers victory as the volleyball team extended their winning streak to six games. The team is setting the tone for the season as their six game win streak includes four sweeps. Their commitment heading into Tuesday’s matchup was set on showcasing what the team is all about, displaying …
PCC women’s soccer massacres Warriors in 8-0 victory
Share: The Lancers women’s soccer walked into Tuesday’s matchup against El Camino carrying their offensive momentum from last game where they beat LA Harbor 7-0. However the Lancers didn’t apply the brakes just yet, steamrolling the Warriors in a 8-0 shutout victory, moving to 5-1-4 on the season. As the game started it didn’t take long for the Lancers to quickly apply pressure to El Camino’s goalie where the Lancers were able to get off two shots on target within the first 10 minutes. A …
Hat trick caps 6-0 PCC win over Cougars
Share: As the sun began to set on a bright Friday evening, PCC men’s soccer welcomed the visiting Cougars immediately with two explosive goals within the first 6 minutes of the game. PCC’s offensive onslaught remained consistent throughout the game, highlighted by freshman forward Rigo Hernandez’s hat trick, paving the way for their 6-0 victory against a winless Canyon’s team. Coming into Friday’s matchup, Pasadena looked to build off the momentum gained from their previous victory as they continued searching for their first home win …
How many goals does it take to beat the Owls? One, two, three…four!
Share: Around an hour before the kickoff for a men’s soccer game between Pasadena City College and Citrus College, a few Citrus players arrived at the stadium, staggered until there were roughly eight sitting in some of the very limited shade provided by the press box. As they sat, a woman approached them—clearly known to the group—and asked who they were playing. When one of them said that they would be facing Pasadena, she responded with dismissive confidence, saying it would be an “easy” win. …
Women’s soccer ends heated matchup in scoreless draw
Share: When the final whistle blew on Tuesday’s women’s soccer game between Pasadena City College and Citrus College, first-year midfielder Naeemah Browne fell to her knees, exhausted. The Lancers had controlled possession throughout the game, had the bulk of offensive chances, and yet were unable to break through as the game finished in a scoreless draw. Browne’s collapse was emblematic of a high-energy contest which required every Pasadena player to give everything they had, according to the midfielder, who felt the intensity should have been …
Lancers defense defangs Cougars offense
Share: Homecoming week for the Lancers was filled with free shirts, food, and souvenirs, culminating with the anticipated football game. The Lancers were able to put together a victory 24-14 against College of the Canyons. Lancers dominated through defense and special team plays. The Lancers and Cougars offense both started off with three and out drives. However the Lancers second drive was plagued with flags yet it was the explosiveness that stood out. Penalties backed the team into a third and eleven on Canyons thirty …
Lancers run down Palomar in stellar win
Share: Heading into their away matchup on Saturday against Palomar College, Pasadena City College Head Coach Robert Tucker was determined to carry out two main goals: Run the ball, and stop the run. The Lancers executed those two objectives to near perfection, bringing the Comets solid run game to a halt while responding with a steady offense of their own, taking control of the entire game and winning 26-17. Pasadena started the evening game with a 35-yard kick return, courtesy of redshirt sophomore receiver Matthew …
Lancers and Cougars clash in competitive women’s soccer draw
Share: On a hot day at Robinson Stadium, the Lancers women’s soccer team looked to remain without a loss on their record coming off 2-0 victory against Bakersfield. The new challenger was the College of the Canyons Cougars, coming off a 5-0 win the previous week. The entire conference watched to see which of these titans would make it out and keep that 0 in the loss column. The game started with the Lancers’ offense keeping the pressure on the Cougars. The fast-paced offense has …
Glendale Vaqueros corral PCC men’s soccer in close match
Share: Following a 1-0 win against LA Pierce on Tuesday, the PCC men’s soccer team tried keeping their momentum going against Glendale Community College. However, Glendale scored two unanswered goals in the first half and managed to hold onto a 2-1 lead, handing the Lancers their first loss of the season. “I think we were really patient, and when the opportunity came we pounced on it,” explained Erik Harabedian, who scored the first goal for Glendale. After a lackluster first half, the Lancers knew they …
Heat wave brings Lancer practices to a halt
Share: With temperatures across Pasadena reaching triple digits alongside historic humidity levels, PCC athletic teams have been forced to make changes to practice and game routines to avoid the worst of its effects. Over the last two weeks, the men’s soccer team was forced to cancel their traditional practice at Robinson Stadium as midday highs have averaged a scorching 88°F. Despite California’s always prevalent heat, precautionary measures have been taken to ensure the safety of the team. “It was definitely disappointing, missing out on a …