The Corona del Mar High girls’ soccer team usually goes into the Battle of the Bay game as the higher-ranked team, but rival Newport Harbor is usually able to play up to the Sea Kings’ level. But Newport Harbor, tied for 10th in Division 2, responded with a goal from senior captain Scout Farmer in the 30th minute. Still, Newport Harbor improved to 1-0-3 in Battle of the Bay games since CdM’s last rivalry series win in 2012. Newport Harbor senior goalkeeper Bryana Esparza charged out, and Ava was able to put it past her for the goal. “We’ve been practicing it for a little while,” said Newport Harbor coach Justin Schroeder, who substituted Sims into the game for the throw-in.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 22, 2017 04:13 UTC