Lakewood Soccer Advances in CIF Thriller Over Hemet

Lancers win 5-4 in penalty kicks after 2-2 draw

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Lakewood High School boys soccer team advanced in the CIF-SS playoffs after a thrilling 2-2 draw against Hemet resulted in a 5-4 victory for Lakewood in a penalty kick shootout.

Why it matters

High school soccer playoffs are always an exciting time, with teams battling to keep their seasons alive. This close match between Lakewood and Hemet showcases the drama and intensity of postseason play.

The details

The two teams played to a 2-2 tie through regulation, requiring a penalty kick shootout to determine the winner. Lakewood prevailed 5-4 in the shootout to move on to the next round of the CIF-SS playoffs.

  • The match took place on February 11, 2026.

The players

Lakewood High School

The boys soccer team from Lakewood, California that advanced in the CIF-SS playoffs.

Hemet High School

The boys soccer team from Hemet, California that faced off against Lakewood in the CIF-SS playoff match.

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What’s next

Lakewood will now face the winner of the match between Palos Verdes and Redondo Union in the next round of the CIF-SS playoffs.

The takeaway

The thrilling penalty kick victory for Lakewood showcases the drama and excitement of high school soccer playoffs, where every match can come down to the wire.