NEWMAN — The Orestimba Warriors boys’ soccer team has endured a busy opening slate, mixing hard-fought draws with decisive wins to start the season 2-1-2.
The Warriors opened Nov. 21 against East Union, settling for a 1-1 draw behind a goal from Moises Ramirez. Later that same day, Orestimba edged Waterford 1-0 thanks to a game-winner from Bryant Lopez.
Orestimba returned to action Nov. 22, splitting results in tournament play. Summerville prevailed in a shootout, 8-7, after a scoreless regulation. The Warriors bounced back with a commanding 5-0 victory over Beyer, marking a welcome offensive surge after struggling to find the net in earlier contests.
On Nov. 25, Orestimba and Ceres played to another 1-1 draw, with Ramirez again providing the lone goal for the Warriors. Ramirez now has two goals this season.
Team leaders through five matches:
- Goals per match: Hector Madrigal, Sr. MF/F — 0.5
- Assists per match: Bryant Lopez, Sr. MF — 0.6
- Goals against average: Julian Lopez, Jr. GK — 0.000
- Saves per match: Julian Lopez, Jr. GK — 1.4
- Season totals: Moises Ramirez, Jr. MF/F — 2 goals; Bryant Lopez, Sr. MF — 3 assists
With the results, Orestimba’s record stands at 2-1-2. The Warriors next travel to face Stone Ridge Christian on Dec. 1 before returning home Dec. 5 to host Analy at 6 p.m.