No Show

Sometimes a timely result can provide the impetus to kick-on. For the Hawks, conceding a controversial late equalizer at home in October to today's visitors, may have been a spark that led to a 1-0 victory a month later on route to the 2022 Orange Empire Conference title. For Saddleback, that home defeat earlier this month may have been the spur that focused them prior to this 2-0 Regional Finals Play-off victory today.

Regardless, the Hawks will not get to attend the 'Big Show' this season. Saddleback dominated first-half proceedings and were deservedly a goal up at half-time. A deep serve following a corner beat a disorganized backline and was diverted past Savanna Prado in goal on the half hour mark.

The Hawks improved in the second period, with Marlene Ruiz and Megan Llopis going close, but with 15 minutes remaining on the clock, Saddleback converted the second goal to round-out the scoring.​

The Hawks however can take real pride in winning the 2022 Orange Empire Conference, which this year included 6 So Cal Play-off teams and 3 of the top 6 seeds in the Southern region. Santiago Canyon ends the season with a 19-2-2 record.

Thanks go out to all those in attendance today, but particularly to the loyal Hawks following who have been with the team home and away from Summer through Fall.