Ariana Scholten blasted three goals, and the Ripon girls soccer team crushed visiting Escalon 7-0 to begin its defense of the Trans-Valley League title Tuesday.
The Indians (1-0 TVL, 9-2-1 overall) built a 6-0 halftime lead and enjoyed a 24-2 overall shot advantage.
GIRLS SOCCER: Ripon High, Ripon Christian dominate in league shutouts