WE FOUGHT. WE FOUGHT HARD.
Saturday’s match didn’t end the way our Eagles wanted — but if you watched it, you know exactly what kind of heart the Mission squad has.
Santa Barbara
9-7-6, 3-4-3
2
AT
LA Mission
11-5-3, 7-2-1
1
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara (9-7-6, 3-4-3) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| LA Mission (11-5-3, 7-2-1) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Team Stats
Scoring Summary
1st
- 19:20 -
Payton Rodgers
(Santa Barbara)
1st
- 19:23 -
Payton Rodgers
(Santa Barbara)
1st
- 43:03 -
Brandon Valdivia
(LA Mission)
Game Leaders
Santa Barbara
G:
Payton Rodgers
- 2
A:
N/A
Sh:
Payton Rodgers
- 2
Sv:
N/A
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Santa Barbara | LA Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 3 (2) | 2 (1) |
| Saves | 0 | 0 |
| Fouls | 11 | 9 |
| Corner Kicks | 1 | 1 |
| Offsides | 0 | 0 |
November 22, 2025
LA Mission wasn't waiting around. When the chance came, Brandon Valdivia absolutely buried it — 1 shot, 1 on target, 1 goal. Pure clutch.
And major credit to Gabriel Franco, whose smart assist set up the play.
Our back line stood tall, and Josue Orona held the last line with unwavering composure through 90 minutes of pressure. No panic. No hesitation. Just Mission toughness.
Mission took fewer shots, but made them count.
Mission adjusted the tempo in the second half.
Mission stayed in the fight until the very last whistle.