Crow, Lara Named to NSCAA All-West Region Team

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  • December 16, 2014

and have been named to the 2014 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA)/Continental Tire NCAA Division II Men's All-West Region Third Team, announced on Wednesday.

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Crow, a junior defender from Pleasanton, started 17 games for the Pioneers in 2014. He has appeared in 53 games and made 44 starts in his three seasons with Cal State 91³Ô¹Ï.

"Kellen has had an extremely consistent career for us. He is an intelligent and technical player, who continually improves and adjusts to the environment," 91³Ô¹Ï Head Coach said. "Kellen is a total team player and this is a nice piece of recognition as he approaches his final season."

Kellen keeps it a family affair as his father Kevin was a two-time NSCAA All-West and All-American defender at San Diego State. Kevin was a starter on the 1984 and 1998 U.S. Olympic teams.

Lara, a senior forward from Arleta, led the Pioneers with six goals and 15 total points. He appeared in 60 matches and made 34 starts during his four years with 91³Ô¹Ï.

"As a senior it is sad when your college career ends. When you look back you want to know you finished playing at your best, and Chris is a great example," praised Cumbo. "Chris has flourished as a student-athlete here at Cal State 91³Ô¹Ï and for him this is a great accomplishment."

Crow and Lara are the first NSCAA All-West Region selections out of Cal State 91³Ô¹Ï since goalkeeper earned a third team selection in 2010.