TC Lady Cougars Soccer Thwart Over Madera Mountain Lions in Conference Finale

In a decisive last conference game on sophomore night, the Taft College Cougars dominated the Madera Community College Mountain Lions with a final score of 4-0 on November 14, 2025. Held in rainy conditions in Taft, the women's soccer team showcased their prowess, concluding the season on a high note. The first half saw early action when Hayley Smith, assisted by Ka'iulani Nishigaya, put the Cougars ahead in the 5th minute with a skillful goal. Despite the challenging weather, the halftime score stood at 1-0 in favor of Taft. As the match progressed, the Cougars' offensive strength became more apparent. In the 52nd minute, Jasmine Partida expanded their lead to 2-0. The momentum firmly remained with Taft College as the match approached its final stages, with Faith LeLouis and Hayley Smith adding two more goals in the 80th and 82nd minutes respectively, securing a comfortable victory. Key to the Cougars' triumph was goalkeeper Kiana Gordon, who effectively thwarted all attempts by the Mountain Lions, maintaining a clean sheet throughout the game. Hayley Smith's performance was particularly notable as she not only scored two crucial goals but also scored the game-winning goal. Looking ahead, the location of Taft College's next game will be determined by the Northern California playoff seeding, as the team continues their journey in the postseason.