The Los Angeles Legends, needing to win by two or more goals, did that and more in defeating the San Fernando Valley Quakes 5-0 at Azusa Pacific University’s Cougar Stadium, claiming the first of eight PDL U.S. Open cup berths up for grabs this weekend. The Legends came into the match knowing exactly what was needed to advance. A single goal win would leave them short of surpassing the San Jose Frogs on tiebreakers. What they received was a convincing five-goal triumph over the visiting Quakes.

Bryan Fakkema started the Legends scoring in the 24th minute, soon followed by Kevin Gallagher three minutes later. Ian Etherington assisted on both goals. Los Angeles padded their advantage midway through the second half on a goal from Andrew Villalobos, and sealed the deal with a pair of goals from Raid Baker in the final five minutes, the first being assisted by Etherington, completing his trio of assists.

The Legends are in their third season of play in the PDL, having competed in the 2006 and 2007 seasons under the name Los Angeles Storm. They changed the name after the merging of two youth clubs, Glendora FC and FC Stampede. This will be the first Open Cup appearance for the club.