Gonzalez’s goal snaps Gold’s losing streak Sacramento Gold FC snapped its five-game losing streak thanks to a timely goal and a defensive stand in a 1-0 win over the Portland Spartans Saturday at Delta Park. Nico Gonzalez netted the lone goal of the game, while John Connolly stopped every shot he faced, recording the club’s first shutout since March. Photo Credit: Ruben Dominguez/Sacramento Gold FC Connolly was quickly put to work. In the 16th minute, a Portland cross was sent into the box.
Gold avenges earlier loss with balanced team effort It was a balanced team effort from Sacramento Gold FC Saturday, with three goals from three different players and a sturdy defensive performance across the board in a 3-0 win over a shorthanded Real San Jose at Capital Christian High School. Erick Vega and Alex Bettencourt scored early for Sacramento, while Chimdum Mez added a third for insurance in the second half. Goalkeeper John Connolly (and substitute Andres Olmedo) pitched the Gold’s second shutout
Sacramento Gold FC goalkeeper John Connolly was named the first Mitre National Player of the Week for the 2015 NPSL season. Photo Credit: Sacramento Gold FC Connolly played a stellar game in goal on Saturday as the Gold topped the SF Stompers 3-0. He came away with the clean sheet despite facing an incredible 15 shots. At least three of his saves were 1 v 1 opportunities with his best coming as a reflex save early in the game. Each save kept
