NORTHERN STATE STORYLINES

• The Wolves head into the weekend with a 6-3-4 record overall and 5-1-4 mark in the NSIC
• NSU sit fourth in the NSIC standings behind St. Cloud State, Minnesota State, and Bemidji State
• Northern State is averaging 10.4 shots, .548 shots-on-goal, and 1.15 goals per game 
• Megan Fastenau leads the Wolves offense with 26 shots, 14 shots-on-goal, five goals, and two assists
• Hannah Smith follows with 22 shots, 12 shots-on-goal, and two goals
• Alexus Townsend leads the Wolves in goal with 41 saves and six shut-out wins 
• The defense is anchored by Lauren Youngquist and Paige Johnson with a combine 1,753 minutes played this season; the pair have a combined three points with an assist by Youngquist and goal by Johnson

 
#10 MINNESOTA STATE STORYLINES

• The No. 10 Mavericks record going into the contest is 9-1-4 overall and 7-0-3 in the NSIC, sitting second in the league standings 
• Minnesota State is averaging 15.9 shots and 1.57 goals per game, with a .444 shots-on-goal percentage
• The Maverick offense is led by Avery Korsching with 36 shots, 17 shots-on-goal, six goals, and one assist
• Allie Williams is second on the team in goals, but leads MSU in shots with 43 shots, 13 shots-on-goal, four goals, and three assist
• Mackenzie Rath leads the Minnesota State defense with 55 saves in 1260 minutes of play
• The Mavericks are led by their head coach, Brian Bahl in his eleventh season

 
LAST MATCH-UP

• Northern State's record against Minnesota State is 1-14-2 all-time
• The Wolves tied the Mavericks, 0-0 in their last match-up in the fall of 2022, breaking a 11-game losing streak to MSU

Entrances to the Facility & Gate Opening Times

Fans should enter through the main gates of 14th Ave SW on game day. The ticket tent, located just inside the fence, will open one hour prior to kick-off for all general admission and same day ticket sales. Individuals included in the Northern State passbook must sign in with the ticket personnel.  There is no re-entry into the facility.

Parking

Parking for all home Northern State soccer contests is free for all fans. Fans are encouraged to park on the North end of the Barnett Center lot and walk to the main gate of the Athletics & Recreation Fields. Limited parking is available outside of the facility on 14th Ave SW. 

Concessions

The Northern State concession stands are operated by Sodexo and offer a wide range of options for fans of all ages. Enjoy an ice-cold Coca-Cola product, bite into a soft pretzel with cheese, a world famous Wolf dog, or walking taco. Don’t forget to grab a freshly made popcorn or batch of Wisconsin cheese curds from one of the concession stands near you at all home Wolves athletic events. In addition, Sodexo supports local non-profits through a variety of opportunities. Contact NSU Dining Services at 605-626-2928 to learn more. New in 2023 Northern State students can use their Thunder Bucks at all Sodexo concessions stands. 

Online Ticketing

Wolves Club season tickets and general admission passes can be purchased online at nsuwolves.universitytickets.com or at the gate on game day. The fully automated system allows fans to select their seat for game day with tickets sent directly to your email or mobile device. Pricing for season and single game tickets is available at nsuwolves.com/tickets. Senior and youth tickets are only available for purchase at the gate on game days. All game day ticket sales will be available at the main entrance to the Athletic & Recreation Fields for soccer.

For premium or season ticket information and options, please contact Steven McKee at steven.a.mckee@northern.edu. 

Current Northern State University students will receive one free ticket to all home sporting events throughout the 2022-23 academic. Information on how to claim student tickets will be distributed via email.