Rustlers Dominate in OEC Opener, Roll Past Cypress 22-6

CYPRESS, Calif. — The Golden West College women's water polo team opened Orange Empire Conference (OEC) play in commanding fashion on Wednesday afternoon, defeating Cypress College 22-6 on the road. The Rustlers improved to 7-3 overall and 1-0 in OEC play, while the Chargers fell to 3-5 (0-1 OEC).

After conceding the opening goal just seconds into the contest, Golden West responded with six unanswered goals in the first quarter and never looked back. The Rustlers led 9-3 at halftime before exploding for seven goals in the third quarter to put the game out of reach.

Sophomore standout Mimi Versegi powered the Rustlers with a game-high six goals, while Sienna Abernathy added five goals to pace the attack. Catherine Le (3), Crystal Fernandez (2), Emily Cislo, Sam O'Donnell, Hanna Menyhart, Destiny Skipper, Kloe Willis, and Team each found the back of the net to round out a balanced scoring effort that saw 10 different Rustlers record goals.

In the cage, goalkeeper Camryn Adams anchored the defense with 11 saves, holding Cypress scoreless in the third quarter as Golden West extended its lead.

The Rustlers return to action this Friday hosting a one day tournament, continuing non-conference play before resuming OEC competition next Wednesday against Fullerton at 1:15pm.