LA VERNE, CA. – The Sagehens battled back late to earn a 1-1 draw against La Verne on Wednesday, with Aidan MacLennan converting a penalty kick in the 89th minute to secure the result.
Season Impact: With the tie, the Sagehens are 8-7-2 overall and 4-5-2 in SCIAC play.
Pomona-Pitzer created several chances throughout the first half, with MacLennan and Ryo Kasai each attempting shots, but neither side could find the back of the net. Goalkeeper Gavin Honey made key saves to keep La Verne scoreless, sending the teams into halftime tied 0-0.
The Leopards broke through in the second half, taking a 1-0 lead in the 69th minute. The Sagehens continued to push for an equalizer, with MacLennan forcing a save in the 81st minute. With time winding down, Pomona-Pitzer earned a penalty kick, and MacLennan calmly converted in the 89th minute to level the score at 1-1. The Sagehens pressed for a late winner, but the match ended in a draw.
Up Next: The Sagehens will host their final regular-season game against Cal Lutheran on October 31 at 11:00 a.m. for Senior Day, honoring seven seniors: Guy Fuchs, Enzo Dal Bo, Aidan MacLennan, Khaleb Blagburn, Kieran Veloria, Gus Colvin and Mori Miller.
