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Dons sink Pirates in thrilling battle

The Dons kept their winning streak going after a tough win on Friday against the Pirates. There were seven goals totaled throughout the game, where SAC beat OCC with a score of

November 13, 2024

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Last-minute heartbreak as Dons lose conference opener

The Santa Ana Dons lost to the Santiago Canyon Hawks in a tense match on Tuesday, 2-1 after a goal in the 90’ minute from SCC to clinch the victory. The Hawks

October 7, 2024

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Struggling Dons continue search for first win

Despite a playoff appearance last season, The Santa Ana College men’s soccer team is off to a rough and uncharacteristic start with a 0-3 loss to College of the Desert. After a

September 4, 2024

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MLS fans chant horribly- here’s how they can fix it

While soccer has steadily grown into American culture, one thing has remained stagnant: chant culture. Americans suck at creating original chants. I wish there was a better way to put it. This

May 22, 2023

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Second half collapse

The Santa Ana Dons were stunned in the second half against the Golden West Rustlers on Friday, Sept. 30. This matchup had bad blood running deep as both teams shared the conference

October 3, 2022

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Dons comeback in conference opener

Santa Ana won their first conference match 3-1 in comeback fashion against Irvine Valley College. Leading the Dons in the win was freshman forward Diana Hernandez who scored a brace. In the

September 30, 2022

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Dons let the lead slip away

The Santa Ana Dons hosted their second home game on Aug. 30 against Cuyamaca Coyotes, which ended in a 2-2 draw. The Dons were unable to put the game out of reach

September 1, 2022

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Omar Rodriguez: A Student Athlete Experience

As one of five siblings, Omar Rodriguez has always been close with his family. But his relationship with his mom is an affectionate bond. Since Rodriguez first started playing with Santa Ana’s

December 8, 2021

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Dons tie to Hornets

Santa Ana women’s soccer faced off against the Fullerton College on Friday in a conference match. The final score was 1-1 after the Dons failed to maintain the lead. The Dons struggled

October 2, 2021

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Dons defeat Eagles in men’s soccer opener

The Santa Ana Dons won their home opener of the season, and the first game they’ve played in almost two years, defeating the Los Angeles Mission Eagles 2-1 on Tuesday, Sept. 7.

September 9, 2021

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