TUKWILA, WA. - Portland CC Men's Soccer opened their 2026 season with a two wins at the NWAC Friendlies over the past two days.
After struggling last weekend in an exhibition loss at Centralia, the Panthers put three goals past the Pierce College defense on Wednesday. Scores from David Overa, Jacob Tropets, and Evan Faulkner provided the final score.
Nery Juarez made two saves behind a steady PCC backline to earn the shutout.
On Thursday, PCC defeated Treasure Valley CC 2-0 while outshooting the Chukars 13 to 11. David Olvera scored his second of the season, while Logan Keyhantaj tallied the insurance goal.Â
Goalkeeper Oliver Cockrell registered the clean sheet, with coach Hunter Hodkins especially pleased with the play of center backs Evan Faulkner and Gavin Sellers. "Defensively we were connected and communicated well," said Hodgkins. "That's an encouraging sign this early in the season."Â
Coach Hodgkins was able to take a look at various lineups, as 21 different Panthers were able to log minutes on the pitch.Â
