Fresno State Athletics
Thursday, September 9
Fresno, CA
7 P.M. PT
Fresno State
vs
UCSB
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The Breakdown
FRESNO, Calif. -- Fresno State returns to the pitch on Thursday evening, hosting UC Santa Barbara at 7 p.m. PT at the Fresno State Soccer Stadium. It is the second of three straight home matches for the Bulldogs.
Fresno State (1-3-1) vs. UCSB (1-2-2)
Date:Â Sunday, Sept. 9
Time:Â 7 p.m. PT
Where:Â Fresno State Soccer Stadium (Fresno, Calif.)
Live Video:Â Â Mountain West Network
Live Stats:Â Statbroadcast
While Fresno State entered the season with a very experienced group, the 'Dogs brought in an abundance of talent in their nine-member freshman class. That group has already seen significant minutes through the first five games of the season.
 Featuring eight home games this fall, 2021 Bulldog season tickets are $42 for adults and $30 for youth (under 18) or seniors (65+). Single game tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for youth and $4 for teams/groups. All tickets are general admission and will be delivered electronically.
"Fresno State Athletics: The Pride of the Valley" – The Bulldog Foundation creates championship experiences for Fresno State student-athletes as they strive for excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in life. To become a BDF member, please visit bulldogfoundation.org.
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- The Fresno State soccer is in the midst of the longest home unbeaten streak in program history (10 games).
- The Bulldogs are 1-1-1 this season in the Golden State, with two more matches upcoming this month in Fresno.
- Season tickets are $42 for adults and $30 for youth (under 18) or seniors (65+). Single game tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for youth and $4 for teams/groups.
FRESNO, Calif. -- Fresno State returns to the pitch on Thursday evening, hosting UC Santa Barbara at 7 p.m. PT at the Fresno State Soccer Stadium. It is the second of three straight home matches for the Bulldogs.
Fresno State (1-3-1) vs. UCSB (1-2-2)
Date:Â Sunday, Sept. 9
Time:Â 7 p.m. PT
Where:Â Fresno State Soccer Stadium (Fresno, Calif.)
Live Video:Â Â Mountain West Network
Live Stats:Â Statbroadcast
HOME UNBEATEN STREAK PUSHES INTO 2021
Starting on Oct. 3, 2019, Fresno State has not lost at home, a stretch of 10 matches, passing the previous best of nine which was set under Brian Zwaschka during the 2010 and 2011 seasons.
Starting on Oct. 3, 2019, Fresno State has not lost at home, a stretch of 10 matches, passing the previous best of nine which was set under Brian Zwaschka during the 2010 and 2011 seasons.
- The middle eight games during the unbeaten stretch was a program-long eight match home win streak.
- Fresno State has three shutouts during the streak which includes a 0-0 draw last time out versus Saint Mary's.
GETTING DEFENSIVE
Since returning from its trip to Oregon, Fresno State has has allowed one goal in its last three matches. During that span, Bulldog keepers have faced only eight shots on goal, one less than the trio saw in the opener at Oregon.
Since returning from its trip to Oregon, Fresno State has has allowed one goal in its last three matches. During that span, Bulldog keepers have faced only eight shots on goal, one less than the trio saw in the opener at Oregon.
- Ella Wilson played 245 of the 290 minutes during the the three games, allowing one goal and producing six saves. The freshman also saved a penalty kick and stopped a breakaway in the final minutes versus Saint Mary's to help preserve a draw.
- The center back pairing of Robyn McCarthy and Jordan Lau played 535 of a possible 580 minutes together, helping sure up the defense in front Wilson.Â
While Fresno State entered the season with a very experienced group, the 'Dogs brought in an abundance of talent in their nine-member freshman class. That group has already seen significant minutes through the first five games of the season.
- Four of the nine have made at least three starts.Â
- Seven have made at least one start.
- Jordan Lau of Honolulu has started all five matches at center back, playing alongside seniors Shantay Tamez in the first game and Robyn McCarthy for the following four.Â
- Seven of the team's top 15 players in minutes played are freshmen, including two of the team's top five (Jordan Lau, Ella Wilson).
EXPERIENCED INTERNATIONAL
There's no substitute for high-level experience. Ella Wilson has been playing at a high level since 17 when the now-20-year-old made her debut in the Swedish second division with her club, Västerås BK30. During her youth, she has been a member Sweden's national program in both soccer and futsal.
There's no substitute for high-level experience. Ella Wilson has been playing at a high level since 17 when the now-20-year-old made her debut in the Swedish second division with her club, Västerås BK30. During her youth, she has been a member Sweden's national program in both soccer and futsal.
- Wilson made her first career start in goal for the 'Dogs in their second game, less than two weeks after arriving in Fresno. A week later, the 5-foot-11 keeper earned her first shutout.
- During her last three outings, the freshman has a 0.37 goals against average.
FORMER 'DOG EARNS NATIONAL TEAM CALL-UP
Sitting fifth in program history career points, Myra Delgadillo's career reached a new milestone earlier this week. The 25-year-old, who currently plays professionally in Portugal with SC Braga, earned her first call-up with the Mexico Women's National Team. She is one of four forwards on the roster for the team's upcoming friendly with Colombia on Sept. 21.Â
Sitting fifth in program history career points, Myra Delgadillo's career reached a new milestone earlier this week. The 25-year-old, who currently plays professionally in Portugal with SC Braga, earned her first call-up with the Mexico Women's National Team. She is one of four forwards on the roster for the team's upcoming friendly with Colombia on Sept. 21.Â
- Delgadillo finished her Fresno State career in 2017. A three-time All-Mountain West selection, she totaled 58 points for the 'Dogs. She ranks third at Fresno State in career assists (20) and ninth in career goals (19).
- Delgadillo holds dual citizenship with Mexico and the United States.
 Featuring eight home games this fall, 2021 Bulldog season tickets are $42 for adults and $30 for youth (under 18) or seniors (65+). Single game tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for youth and $4 for teams/groups. All tickets are general admission and will be delivered electronically.
- Fans can purchase tickets online HERE or by calling 559-278-DOGS.
SCOUTING UCSB
- The Gauchos head into Thursday's contest with a 1-2-2 record, coming off a 2-2 draw at Oregon on Sept. 3.
- They have not won a match on the road this season, holding a 0-1-2 mark away from Santa Barbara.
- UCSB has scored four goals on the year with all four coming from a different player. Each assist has also come from a different player.
- Alyssa O'Brien leads the Gauchos with three points (1G/1A).
- UCSB has outshot its opponents 61-53 with 29-26 edge on frame.
- Evann Smith has started all five games in goal for the Gauchos, holding a 1.15 goals against average. The junior goalkeeper has 18 saves and two shutouts.
"Fresno State Athletics: The Pride of the Valley" – The Bulldog Foundation creates championship experiences for Fresno State student-athletes as they strive for excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in life. To become a BDF member, please visit bulldogfoundation.org.
Follow us on:
Twitter:Â @FresnoStateWSOC
Instagram:Â FresnoStateWSOC
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