WSOC vs. MSUM
Kory Burdick

FAN PRIMER | Wolves Soccer Kicks Off NSIC Competition This Week

9/14/2023 10:35:00 AM

Aberdeen, S.D. – The Northern State University soccer team heads to Minnesota to match-up against MSU Moorhead on Friday and will host Minot State on Sunday in the first week of NSIC play. Kick off times is set for 3 p.m. on Friday, September 15 against the Dragons and 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 17 versus the Beavers 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
  • Sunday's home contest against Minot State feature a “Back to School” and “Sundaes and Sunday” theme
  • Free admission will be granted for all fans who donated school supplies valued at $5 or more
  • Free sundaes will be handed out to all fans while supplies last

 

MSUM LIVE STATS
MINOT LIVE STATS
WATCH LIVE
TICKETS

NORTHERN STATE STORYLINES

  • The Wolves head into the weekend with a 1-2 record
  • NSU is averaging 5.0 shots and 0.67 goals per game this season
  • Northern’s shots on goal percentage is .600 through three games of the season
  • The Wolves lead their opponents in saves, 13-7
  • Megan Fastenau leads the Wolves offense with a goal, one assist, and two shots-on-goal
  • Hannah Smith follows with a goal, three shots, and two shots-on-goals
  • Alexus Townsend leads the Wolves defense with 12 saves and on shutout over 257 minutes of play

 

MSU MOORHEAD STORYLINES

  • The Dragons record going into the match-up, 1-3
  • MSUM is averaging 8.8 shots and 0.75 goals with a .514 shots-on-goal percentage
  • Simone Lewald leads the Dragons defense with 22 saves
  • The Dragons offense is lead by Jensen Seidel with a goal, eight shots, and 7 shots-on-goal
  • MSU Moorhead is led by head coach in her eight season, Christie Kopietz

 

LAST MATCH-UP

  • The Wolves and Dragons have faced off against each other in 28 matches
  • Northern State's record against the Dragons is19-5-4
  • In the last match-up between the Wolves and Dragons, the Wolves tallied a 3-0 victory in the fall of 2022
  • The Wolves were led by Hannah Smith, Calista Kocmick, and Megan Fastenau scoring one goal each

 

 

MINOT STATE STORYLINES

  • The Beavers heads into the weekend with a record of 3-1
  • Minot State out-scored their opponents 4-2 in the opening weeks
  • They average 8.3 shots and 1.0 goals per game with a .515 shot-on-goal percentage
  • Jessica Groen leads the Beavers offense with a goal, five shots, and three shots-on-goals
  • In over 360 minutes of play Siriana Gudino has tallied 15 saves

 

LAST MATCH-UP

  • The Wolves and Beavers have faced off against each other in 12 matches 
  • Northern holds a 0-10-2 record all-time against Minot State, falling 3-0 in the 2022 match-up

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.