By: Clint Neumann
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The University of Sioux Falls Women's Soccer team wraps up the 2025 regular season on Thursday evening, traveling to Marshall, Minnesota, to face Southwest Minnesota State at Mattke Field at the Schwan Regional Event Center. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m.
The Cougars (6-9-2, 4-8-2 NSIC) aim to close out the fall on a high note after competing against several of the NSIC's top programs in recent weeks. Meanwhile, the Mustangs (2-15-0, 1-13-0 NSIC) look to cap their season with a result on their home pitch in what will be their final match of the year.
Cougar Notes
Sioux Falls enters the regular season finale looking to finish strong behind a core that has carried the program to a record-setting fall, including the most wins in the Division II era.
Key Notes:
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The Cougars rank among the top half of the NSIC in goals-against average (1.24) and hold opponents to under ten shots per game. Their defensive organization has produced five shutouts and several narrow one-goal matches.
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Offensively, USF averages 1.18 goals per match on 10.6 shots per game with a .486 shots-on-goal percentage, the seventh-best mark in the conference.
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Sophomore forward Addison Van Zee continues to lead the attack with eight goals and three game-winners on 52 total shots. She currently ranks top-10 in the NSIC in total goals and sits tied for 68th nationally in Division II.
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Sadie Hunter has added three goals this season, including a perfect 1-for-1 mark on penalty kicks, while midfielder Mariah Siem has contributed two goals and one assist. Fourteen different Cougars have registered at least one point this season.
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In goal, freshman keeper Morgan Jost has logged 1,350 minutes with a 1.20 goals-against average and .746 save percentage. She ranks ninth in the NSIC in GAA and sixty-ninth nationally in minutes played.
Scouting Southwest Minnesota State (2-15-0, 1-13-0 NSIC)
Southwest Minnesota State closes its 2025 campaign at home under head coach Clay Glasgow. Despite their record, the Mustangs have shown resilience in stretches, particularly at home where both of their wins have come.
Mustang Breakdown:
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SMSU averages 0.65 goals per game on 8.6 shots while allowing 2.71 goals against. The Mustangs have been outshot 295-147 across 17 matches but maintain a .469 shots-on-goal rate, showing efficiency when opportunities arise.
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Offensively, senior forward Brooke Wetterstrom leads the way with three goals, while freshman forward Virginia Pruitt has added two goals and an assist. Sophomore defender Mercy Godfrey and forward Jada Backes have each chipped in a goal, giving the team several young contributors.
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The Mustangs' attack tends to come in short spurts, with eight of their eleven goals scored in first halves this season.
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Goalkeeper Kennady Krebs has faced one of the heaviest shot volumes in the league, totaling 88 saves—first in the NSIC and 21st nationally—with a .704 save percentage and two shutouts.
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SMSU has struggled defensively, allowing 46 goals overall and giving up multiple goals in 12 of 17 matches. Opponents have also earned 99 corner kicks compared to the Mustangs' 42.
The Mustangs enter Thursday's matchup following a challenging road weekend, falling 6-0 at Concordia-St. Paul and 3-0 at Winona State.
Coach's Corner
Head Coach Joe DeMay on the season finale:
"We've taken big steps forward this season—setting new standards, breaking program records, and proving what's possible. At the same time, we know there's unfinished business ahead. Our seniors have done well to be part of establishing that foundation, and our younger players have shown they're ready to carry it even further. For us, this last match isn't about winding down, it's about showing who we are becoming. Some teams reach the end of a season ready for a break, but we have a locker room full of players hungry to finish strong and make a statement that this is only the beginning of where we're going."
How to Watch / Follow
Thursday, Nov. 6 – at Southwest Minnesota State (6:00 p.m.)
Mattke Field at the Schwan Regional Event Center | Marshall, Minn.
Stream: NSIC Network
Live Stats: Follow Here
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