Monte Vista girls soccer team made a remarkable run in the North Coast Section Division I playoffs, overcoming a 10th seed to capture their 10th section title. The decisive match against Amador Valley ended 1-0 in double overtime, with a fortuitous own goal deciding the outcome. Coach Chris Lum acknowledged the luck involved in the victory and commended Amador Valley's performance. Despite their struggles during the regular season (6-5-3), Monte Vista capitalized on the underdog mentality, showcasing strong performances, particularly from goalie Amanda Kayari. This victory ended a three-year drought for the team since their last title in 2020.
"We got lucky. Right place. Right time. Amador was fantastic. They had possession for the most part." - Monte Vista coach Chris Lum reflecting on the championship win.
"Hats off to Amador Valley. They will be back. They're a young team." - Coach Chris Lum complimenting the competitor's performance and future prospects after the match.
"We had an attitude there was nothing to lose. We embraced the underdog mentality." - Monte Vista coach Chris Lum discussing his team's mindset throughout the playoffs.
"It wasn't a determining factor in the outcome..." - Amador Valley coach Grant Matsumoto downplaying the impact of the home field advantage in the championship game.
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