ROHNERT PARK, CALIF.- The name of the game out at Seawolf Soccer Field was 100 degree heat and a tough matchup against the Cal State East Bay Pioneers. Sonoma State battled through the unfavorable conditions and competed for 90 minutes. Unfortunately, the Pioneers were able to emerge victorious, taking down the Seawolves by a final score of 3-1. It was a slow start for coach Ziemer's squad as SSU struggled during the first half of play. Despite a relatively clean 45 minutes of soccer, only four fouls were called in total and zero cards were assessed, the Pioneers were able to jump out to a 1-0 lead. The Seawolves have spent much of the year keeping their opponents on their heels. Yet, the first half saw the team not attempt a single shot. They did rebound nicely with five attempts in the second half. Even after a slow start the team is still averaging just over 13 shots a game and is only allowing opponents 11 shots a contest.