Shine keep playoff hopes alive

PORTLAND, Ore. - Darci Smith headed in a corner kick from Lisa Robertson in the 17th minute as the Spokane Shine beat the Portland Rain 1-0 in Women's Premier Soccer League play Sunday.

Spokane (4-2-2) must beat Eugene Metro on Friday and the Oregon Rush on Saturday, both at home, to make the playoffs. Portland is 4-4-2.

First half - 1, Shine, Darci Smith (Lisa Robertson), 17:00. Second half - none.

Shots on goal - Shine 5, Rain 13

Saves - Shine, Stephanie Busch 4. Rain, Cris Lewis 2.