The junior transfer from Menlo Park, California, played a key role in the Oaks’ hard-fought 3-1 victory over Cal State Dominguez Hills on Senior Day. Despite two early red-card dismissals that left Menlo with just nine players, the Oaks battled through adversity to secure a statement win. After a scoreless first half, Davis Boogman opened the scoring in the 53rd minute. Just four minutes later, Ruiz delivered a stunning free kick from outside the box to double Menlo’s lead. He struck again in the 84th minute, setting up Tim Schwarz with another dangerous free kick to seal the 3-1 victory. With a goal and an assist, Ruiz helped lead the Oaks through one of their toughest tests of the season as they continue their push toward the program’s first CCAA postseason appearance as a full NCAA Division II member. The Oaks close out the regular season at home on Thursday, October 29, at 2 pm at Wunderlich Field against Monterey Bay to help determine the standings for postseason.
