VALLEJO, Ca. – UC Santa Cruz men's soccer earned a dominant victory against Cal Maritime with a 6-1 victory on Tuesday evening, showcasing an impressive offensive display. The win brings the Banana Slugs' season record to 6-1-8.
 
How It Happened
UCSC set the tone early with a goal from Nico Herrera-Land in the 10th minute, taking the lead at 1-0 for the game's first goal. Just four minutes later, Max Beldner doubled the lead, and Herrera-Land scored again in the 20th minute, assisted by Soren Groessl, making it 3-0. Cal Maritime struck back with a goal in the 44th minute, ending the first half at 3-1.
 
In the second half, UCSC continued their attack. Acer Cristea scored in the 69th minute, assisted by Caleb Lee, followed by a penalty conversion by Lee in the 80th minute. Torin Volkamer added a sixth goal shortly after in the 81st minute to finish the scoring. Goalkeeper Tobias Jacobson-Bell made three saves to secure the result, and the defense held strong, limiting Maritime's opportunities throughout the half. 
 
By the Numbers
• Shots: UCSC – 14 (6 on target), Cal Maritime – 11 (5 on target)
• Corners: UCSC – 3, Cal Maritime – 1
 
What's Next
The Banana Slugs will face Claremont Mudd-Scripps on Saturday, November 2nd, at noon in Claremont, California.