The report says SoCal Union reached the postseason for the first time in 2025, beating Spokane Shadow 3-2 in the regional semifinal before losing to California Storm in the regional final. California Storm is described as a five-time WPSL champion and a founding club that has competed in every league season.
That history gives the semifinal a clear shape. SoCal Union has already shown it can survive knockout pressure, but California Storm remains the benchmark. The younger club will need another disciplined performance to reverse last year’s result.
The report credits SoCal Union with an overall 5-2-2 record and a 4-2-2 campaign in the Plymouth Division. After finishing two points behind Rebels Soccer Club, the team advanced when Rebels declined postseason participation.
SoCal Union then defeated MISS KICK FC 1-0 in the SoCal Conference final, with Ciara “Cici” Caringal reportedly scoring in the 90+2nd minute. That late goal underlined the team’s ability to stay competitive deep into matches.
The attack has relied on a small group of contributors:
Goalkeeper Elizabeth Ludwig reportedly has three clean sheets and has not conceded in the last 181 minutes. That run will face its biggest examination against a California Storm side with greater postseason experience.
The winner advances to Sunday’s regional final. For SoCal Union, the next storyline is whether another late moment can turn last year’s disappointment into a breakthrough.