CARSON, CA — The 2025 season for Cal State Dominguez Hills came to a close on Sunday afternoon, as the Toros fell 3–1 to UCCS in the NCAA Division II Second Round. Despite the result, CSUDH's campaign will be remembered as one of the strongest in program history—highlighted by elite defending, major individual honors, and another conference title.
UCCS capitalized on its chances, scoring twice in the first half and adding a third late to hold off a persistent Toro side. CSUDH generated 25 total shots, including six on target, and controlled long stretches of the match. The Toros' lone goal came from Aldair Marta, who finished in the second half after a well-worked sequence involving Christian Briseño and Ramiro Rosas, each credited with an assist.
Defensively, the Toros were anchored once again by CCAA Player of the Year and Defender of the Year Ndifor Ginyui, who played the full 90 minutes and led a backline that limited UCCS to just four shots on goal. Diego Barahona was active throughout, recording five shots and helping push the tempo from the back. Sergio Valenzuela and Alpha Sowe contributed to both the defensive shape and the attack.
Goalkeeper Keegan O'Brien, who backstopped one of the nation's stingiest defenses all season, played the full match and finished with one save.
A SEASON OF EXCELLENCE
Even with Sunday's outcome, the Toros put together an elite résumé in 2025:
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10 shutouts, one of the top totals in the region
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CCAA regular-season champions for the third time in the last four seasons
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Six All-CCAA selections, reflecting the strongest roster depth in the conference
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Ndifor Ginyui became one of the most decorated players in CSUDH history, winning both Player of the Year and Defender of the Year honors
CSUDH's defensive identity, discipline, and execution remained the hallmark of the season—continuing a multi-year standard that has placed the program firmly among Division II's best.
LOOKING AHEAD
Though the postseason run closed earlier than hoped, the Toros leave 2025 with another championship banner, another top-tier defensive record, and a roster filled with returning talent ready to carry the momentum forward.
CSUDH once again demonstrated what the Toro standard represents—resilient, unified, and built on excellence.
