Phoenix, Ariz. – The Phoenix College Bears continue to dominate, remaining at No. 1 in the NJCAA Division II Men's Soccer rankings for the third consecutive week. With a perfect 5-0 record (3-0 in conference, 4-0 at home), the Bears are off to a strong start in their 2025-26 season.
Top Performers
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Connor Kane leads the squad with 9 points (3 goals, 3 assists), showing excellent shot volume and efficiency.
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Cruzeiro Cruz has been sharp, adding 3 goals and 2 assists, with 100% per-shot-on-goal rate.
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Fredy Alvarez also contributes with 2 goals and 3 assists.
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Others contributing key goals include Sergio Jaramillo, Jean Horace Katende, Alan Garibaldy, Tiernan Nicewander, and Easton Elzinga, each getting on the scoreboard.
In goal, Jan Villegas has been solid — with two clean sheets so far, a goals-against average of 0.55, and a .846 save-percentage.
Statistical Snapshot
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Team record: 5-0 overall, 3-0 in ACCAC play
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Goals vs. opponents: 21 goals scored, 3 allowed
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Shots: Bears have taken 89 shots, 97 shots on goal; opponents only 25 shots, 13 on goal
Looking Ahead
The Bears will look to extend their unbeaten run and defensive streak as they continue their conference slate and aim to keep building momentum toward postseason play.