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| Shawna Saitta is the lead scorer, with 7 goals./ Photo by Mindy Simmons |
As a new forward for the Marauder soccer team,
Shawna Saitta is glad to be back in California. The star midfielder from Quartz
Hill High School was originally offered a scholarship to play soccer for
Kansas, but Saitta did not feel comfortable in the environment. “It just didn’t
feel right,” said Saitta. “I didn’t like being away from home, and there was
nothing out there.”
She is now the forward and the leading scorer for
the Marauders with a total of seven goals. Her transition from Kansas to AVC
was easy. “We’re doing great, training hard, and everyone’s gelling really
well,” Saitta said. “A lot of girls had played together for a long time, and
the returning players make it easier to play together.” Their ability to get
along has made a difference; the team is currently undefeated with six wins and
one tie.
The biggest game of the season will be against
San Bernardino on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 4 p.m. Last year the game was tied until
San Bernardino came up with the win in the final minutes. San Bernardino then
went on to win conference. Even though Saitta was not part of the team when
they were defeated, she is still “pumped” to play against San Bernardino Valley
College. Come support Shawna Saitta and this winning team as they continue
their season.
