PRESCOTT, Ariz. — Park University Gilbert's women's soccer team saw its season come to an end Friday night, falling 3-0 to top-seeded Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in the GSAC Championship semifinals at Varsity Field.
The Eagles took the lead in the 21st minute when Jamie Brandon scored her 22nd goal of the season. Embry-Riddle added a second goal just 51 seconds into the second half, with Tessa Updegraff finding the net to make it 2-0.
Park continued to battle, but the Eagles extended their advantage in the 89th minute. Molly Newlin scored off an assist from Samantha Wright to seal the 3-0 result.
Despite the result, goalkeeper
Journey Morimoto turned in a strong performance, making nine saves against an Embry-Riddle attack that recorded 29 shots, 12 on goal. The Buccaneers finished with four shots, two on target.
Park finishes the 2026 season with a 12-7-1 overall record and a 7-5-1 mark in GSAC play, having advanced to the conference semifinals after defeating OUAZ in the first round.
