LOS ANGELES  — The University of La Verne men's soccer team continued SCIAC play on Saturday afternoon, defeating Occidental College, 1-0. The matchup served as a rematch of last month's clash between the two rivals that ended in a 3-3 draw after Oxy scored in the final seconds.

Forward Diego Soto netted the game-winning goal in the 52nd minute, firing a left-footed shot past the keeper to give the Leopards the lead. The score marked Soto's fourth of the season, solidifying his place as the team's offensive leader.

Two-time SCIAC Defensive Athlete of the Week Hector Duenas-Pena tallied another eight saves, putting his season total at 55.

Shots: La Verne 8, Occidental 24
Saves: La Verne 8, Occidental 2
Corner Kicks: La Verne 2, Occidental 2
Fouls: La Verne 5, Occidental 6

With the win, the Leopards improve to 6-6-3 overall and 4-4-1 in conference play. They will look to build on this win on Wednesday against the Cal Lutheran Kingsmen in Thousand Oaks at 7 PM.