Five Bulldogs Named to All-Conference Team

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - After battling through the first full season since 2019, five Allan Hancock College men's soccer players were recognized as all-conference selection for the north division of the Western State Conference.

Sophomore midfielder, Josue Celio, led the squad with a First Team All-Conference designation. Celio finished the season with a total of 16 points after registering 7 goals and two assists on the season.

Bryan Gomez and Eric Diaz landed on the Second Team All-Conference list after a solid season with the Bulldogs. Gomez, a sophomore midfielder, finished the season with one goal and two assists while serving as a captain for the squad. This marks the second postseason award of his collegiate career after also being tabbed as a first team selection in 2019. Diaz served as a defensive pillar for the team throughout his freshman season.

Landon Smith and TJ Vinnedge rounded out the list of award winners after collecting Honorable Mention recognition. Smith recorded one goal and three assists while primarily playing at the midfield position. Vinnedge, who served as the primary keeper for the squad, collected 100 saves and recorded one shutout through 20 games played.

The Bulldogs closed the season with an overall record of 3-15-2 and a 2-8 mark against league opponents.