The Stampede finished the Norcal Premier fall season with just one loss, eight wins and one tie. After suffering their only loss to top ranked Elk Grove 2-1 (where Anne Ayotte scored from 25 off an assist by Sophie Karperos), the locals racked up 13 goals in their impressive final four wins against the Stockton Cal Cougars (2-0), IR Academy Magic (4-0), Modesto Ajax (6-1) and Sac United (1-0).
The Stampede forwards demonstrated their ability to finish in the four matches as Jordan Davis got 5 goals, Sophie Karperos 4, Ainsley Carroll 2 and Niya Allen 2 with assist from Lily Byrne, Yasi Dmeiri, Skye Shaffer, Davis and Carroll. Julyana Lara provided considerable support on the right and left wing.
Dmeiri led a strong defensive side throughout with strong play from Shaffer, Grace Barger, Grace Carlson, Leah Eccles and Allie Belafsky. The midfield continued to dominate with Byrne, Ayotte, Lindsey Vernau and Sydney Moore while keeper McKenna Lutzker made sure balls stayed out of the Stampede net throughout the season.
The Stampede are now preparing for the State Cup tournament which starts in December.
