Boulder Panthers Clinch Conference Title with 5-0 Win Over Westminster

The Boulder Panthers secured the conference championship in style with a 5-0 victory over the Westminster Wolves on Senior Night, improving their unbeaten record to 13-0-1. The win came in front of a crowd of 300, who turned out for a "Pink Out" in support of breast cancer awareness, creating a memorable atmosphere at Christian Recht Field.

Coach Hardy Kalisher's tradition of starting his senior players on Senior Night paid off, with Boulder controlling the match from the opening whistle. Despite a 8-3-2 record coming into the game, Westminster struggled to cope with Boulder's relentless pressing, which resulted in a number of early chances for the Panthers. Though they narrowly missed the target several times, and Westminster's goalkeeper made some fine saves, it was only a matter of time before Boulder broke through.

Player of the Game David Bojorquez completed a hat trick to power Boulder's attack. He netted twice in the first half in the span of 10 minutes with time running down—his first coming from a well-worked move in midfield that left him with a composed finish past the keeper. His second was a poacher's goal from close range after Westminster failed to clear a  free kick from by Xander Sevian. Bojorquez added his third in the second half, putting the match out of reach for the Wolves.

Logan Coughlin added a memorable goal of his own, unleashing a 30-yard strike that sailed into the top right corner, giving the Westminster keeper no chance. Joss Hair scored Boulder's third goal, heading home a corner delivered by Xander Sevian from 18 yards out, further cementing Boulder's control of the match.

Coach Kalisher's squad management was on full display as he rotated his starters in the second half, before bringing his seniors back to close out the game. Boulder's defense, led by goalkeeper Aden Heath, was rarely tested. Heath's clean sheet was another testament to the Panthers' dominance, with his organization of the backline ensuring Westminster remained contained in their half for much of the match.

The Panthers now turn their attention to their final regular season game on October 24th, when they travel to face Brighton. After that, they will await the release of the playoff bracket, with expectations high as they head into the postseason as one of the top teams in the state.

With their unbeaten run and a conference title secured, the Panthers are in excellent form as they look to carry this momentum into the playoffs.

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