The Purdue Northwest Men's Soccer team is set to make its return to the NCAA Tournament as the 9-seeded Lions prepare to face 8-seeded Roosevelt University in the first round on Friday, November 13, at 3:00 p.m. CT at Capital City High School in Jefferson City, Mo., home of tournament host Lincoln University (Mo.). The postseason match-up marks the fourth meeting between the two programs this season and serves as a rematch of the GLIAC Tournament Championship, where the Lakers edged the Lions in overtime, 3-2.
This marks just the second NCAA Tournament appearance in program history for Purdue Northwest, as the Lions look to make history and capture the first NCAA Tournament victory in program history. With a spot in the next round on the line, PNW will look to turn the page from its conference championship setback and deliver a strong performance on the national stage.
NCAA Tournament Information
- Matchup: Purdue Northwest vs. Roosevelt
- Date: Friday, November 13
- Kickoff: 3:00 p.m. CT
- Location: Capital City High School – Jefferson City, Mo.
- Tournament: NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Championship – First Round
- Live Video: HERE
- Live Stats: HERE
- Tickets: HERE
The Match-up
Friday's contest will be the fourth meeting between Purdue Northwest and Roosevelt this season, adding another chapter to a competitive series between the two GLIAC programs. The most recent match-up came in the GLIAC Tournament Championship, where the Lions and Lakers battled through regulation before Roosevelt secured the 3-2 overtime victory to claim the conference tournament title.
The Lions will now have an opportunity to respond on the national stage, with a trip to the next round at stake. Purdue Northwest will look to use the experience gained throughout the season and its previous meetings with Roosevelt to help guide the team through Friday's postseason challenge.
Making History
Purdue Northwest is making its second appearance in the NCAA Tournament in program history, representing another significant milestone for the Lions men's soccer program. After earning their place among the nation's top Division II programs, the Lions will look to add another historic achievement by earning the first NCAA Tournament win in program history.
The NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Championship features a single-elimination format, meaning every match carries postseason significance. The winner of Friday's first-round match-up will advance to face the region's top seed, Lincoln University (Mo.), in the next round.
With history within reach, the Lions are ready to take the national stage and compete for the opportunity to continue their postseason journey.
