The Acalanes GIrls Varsity Soccer team took on the Clayton Valley Charter Ugly Eagles Thursday evening. The Dons battled through a scoreless first half with the defensive line working hard. A penalty in the 2nd half led to a free kick by the Ugly Eagles that was deflected into the back of Dons’ net with 31 minutes to play. Shot opportunities by Addie Bailey, Cameron Salazar, and Ella Thomason could not find their way through. Catherine Judson kept the game within reach with another spectacular save off a deep shot by Clayton Valley and charged the opposing box during a last minute corner kick with the Dons looking for an equalizer. The game ended with a score of 0-1 for the team’s first loss of the season. 

The Dons regroup for their next match against Windsor HIgh School on Tuesday, January 17th at 7pm.