Congratulations to the Claremont High School varsity boys soccer team for an incredible season. The Wolfpack's chances at the Southern California Regionals title were eliminated on Wednesday as Oak Hills edged out CHS in the semifinals, 1-0.
Oak Hills senior Chazz Cameron scored the game's only goal at the 25th minute of play. The Wolfpack came close to tying the game in the 52nd minute but the goal was waived off by officials due to the goalie having possession of the ball before it was kicked out of his hands.
Wednesday's contest was a highly physical match, particularly after the 60th minute. Within the last 20 minutes, Brennen Carter had his jersey grabbed by an Oak Hills player at least 3 times, Troy Ford was thrown to the ground and Cory Hodge was tapped on the top of his head by another Cougars player.
“We needed a break here and there and our guys were tired,” Coach Bruce-Oliver pointed out. “I thought that the CIF finals was physical but this match was pretty physical. But I’m very impressed with Oak Hills and they are a very good team.”
Even though the Pack didn't win the Southern California Regionals, CHS has plenty to be proud of. Claremont captured its first CIF (Division 2) Southern Section championship in 17 years, posted an impressive 22-2-5 record, was selected as the No. 1 seed for the regionals and was at one time ranked No. 7 in the nation by ESPN Rise.
It was a lot of fun following the Pack this season. Look for more coverage in Saturday's edition of the COURIER.
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