Women's Soccer
Kory Burdick

FAN PRIMER | Wolves host Warriors and Golden Bears in Home Stretch

9/20/2023 11:52:00 AM

Aberdeen, S.D. The Northern State University soccer team is set to host Winona State on Friday and Concordia-St. Paul on Sunday in the second week of NSIC play. Kick off times are set for 6 p.m. on Friday, September 22 against the Warriors and 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 24 versus the Golden Bears 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
  • Friday's home contest against Winona State feature a “Youth soccer night” theme
  • Free admission will be granted for all youth soccer players who wear their jersey to the game

 

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NORTHERN STATE STORYLINES

  • The Wolves head into the weekend with a 3-2 record and 2-0 in the NSIC
  • NSU is averaging 8.2 shots and 0.80 goals per game this season
  • The Wolves shots on goal percentage is .561 through five matches 
  • Megan Fastenau leads the Wolves offense with two goals, one assist, seven shots, and three shots-on-goal
  • Hannah Smith follows with a goal, six shots, and three shots-on-goals
  • After scoring the game winning goal against Minot State, Kelsey Selden rounds out the NSU leaders with a goal, four shots, and three shots-on-goal
  • Alexus Townsend leads the Wolves defense with 15 saves and three shutout wins over 437 minutes of play

 

WINONA STATE STORYLINES

  • The Warriors record going into the contest is 1-2-2 and 0-1-1 in the NSIC
  • Winona State is averaging 12.8 shots and 1.0 goal with a .484 shots-on-goal percentage
  • The Warriors defense is lead by Alyson Jumper with 26 saves
  • Abigail Williams leads the Warriors offense with two goals, two shots-on-goal
  • Winona State is led by their head coach, Jill Leibforth in her second season

 

LAST MATCH-UP

  • Northern State's record against the Warriors is 6-18-2
  • In the last match-up between the Wolves and Warriors, the two teams tied, 1-1, in the fall of 2022
  • The Wolves were led by Hannah Smith with three shots, two shots-on-goal, and one goal

 

 

CONCORDIA-ST. PAUL STORYLINES

  • The Golden Bears heads into the weekend with a record of 2-3-1 and 0-1-1 in the NSIC
  • Concordia-St. Paul has out-scored their opponents, 7-3, in the second half this season
  • They average 13.3 shots and 1.5 goals per game with a .438 shot-on-goal percentage
  • Katie Anderson leads the Golden Bears offense with two goals, 34 shots, and 14 shots-on-goals
  • In over 315 minutes of play Jessi Jordan has tallied 19 saves
  • Concordia-St. Paul is led by their head coach, Steve Bellis in his 12th season

 

LAST MATCH-UP

  • Northern holds a 19-6-2 record all-time against Concordia-St Paul
  • The 2022 contest ended in a 1-1 tie

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.