Warriors top Valley Center in critical rematch

The Fallbrook High soccer team put itself in prime position to win the Valley League title when it defeated Valley Center 2-1 in a tight, well-played contest Feb. 7 at Fallbrook Stadium.

The victory avenged an earlier loss to Valley Center and stopped the Jaguars' 12-game undefeated streak in which they had nine wins and three ties. Fallbrook, which lost to Valley Center 3-1 Jan. 19, handed the Jaguars their first loss since Dec. 6.

The victory on Senior Night improved Fallbrook to 4-1-1 in league play while Valley Center dropped to 3-1-1.

Fallbrook coach Jorge Rojas said his team benefited fr...