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FAN PRIMER | Wolves Gear Up to Take On Marauders in Conference Match

10/30/2023 4:20:00 PM

Aberdeen, S.D. – The Northern State University soccer team is set to finish the regular season against University of Mary this week. Kick-off time is set for 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 2 from the Athletic & Recreation Fields.

 

GAME & FAN INFORMATION

  • Live stat and video links are available at the radio buttons below or on the schedule at nsuwolves.com
  • Thursday night’s contest is Senior Day
    • Northern State will honor seven players prior to the match including Mackenna Heiden, Kelsey Selden, Calista Kocmick, Ellie McCormick, Paige Johnson, Hannah Smith, and Mia Zagorski

 

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NORTHERN STATE STORYLINES

  • The Wolves head into the match-up with an 8-3-5 record overall and 7-1-5 mark in the NSIC
  • NSU sits third in the NSIC standings with 26 conference points behind St. Cloud State and Minnesota State
  • Northern State is averaging 10.3 shots, .582 shots-on-goal, and 1.19 goals per game 
  • Megan Fastenau leads the Wolves offense with 28 shots, 15 shots-on-goal, six goals, and three assists
  • Hannah Smith follows with 34 shots, 21 shots-on-goal, three assist, and three goals
  • The Wolves defense is led by Alexus Townsend with 61 saves and eight shut-outs in 2023

 
UNIVERSITY OF MARY STORYLINES

  • The Marauders record going into the contest is 8-6-3 overall and 7-4-2 in the NSIC 
  • UMary is ranked fifth in NSIC league standings with 23 conference points
  • Mary is averaging 12.1 shots and 1.18 goals per game, with a .456 shots-on-goal percentage
  • Olivia Gardner leads the Marauders offensive with 45 shots, 20 shots-on-goal, and six goals
  • UMary’s defense is led by Molly Fischer with 65 saves with 1530 minutes played
  • The Marauders are led by their head coach, Sarah Cook in her eleventh season

 
LAST MATCH-UP

  • Northern State's record against the University of Mary is 4-9-5 all-time
  • The Wolves defeated the Marauders, 1-0 in their last regular season match-up in the fall of 2022
  • The NSU offense was led by Hannah Smith scoring the game winning goal

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.