CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- The NCAA announced earlier this week that American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) tournament champion, Luther College, will head north to Northfield, Minnesota for the opening rounds of the 2025 NCAA Division III Men's Soccer Tournament.
The Norse will take on their first round opponent, Lake Forest, on Saturday, November 15 at 1:30 p.m. The winner of this match will face the winner of the St. Olaf and Wisconsin-Superior on Sunday, November 16 at 1:00 p.m.
Luther enters the 2025 NCAA Tournament as the A-R-C tournament champions after defeating Wartburg in Decorah, Iowa last Saturday in the championship match. The Norse claimed their 11th tournament title.
First & Second Round Schedule - St. Olaf Regional
Saturday, November 15 - First Round
Game 1: St. Olaf vs. Wisconsin-Superior - 11:00 a.m.
Game 2: Lake Forest vs. Luther - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 16 - Second Round
Game 3: Game 1 Winner vs. Game 2 Winner - 1:00 p.m.
About the American Rivers Conference
Nationally respected for excellence in NCAA Division III athletics, the American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) has a tradition dating back to its founding in 1922 as the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Association and adopted its current name in 2018 to reflect its strong Iowa roots and growing regional footprint. The A-R-C is a collaborative community that champions the holistic development of student-athletes, uniting member institutions in a shared commitment to academic achievement, athletic distinction, and leadership.
The A-R-C is home to nine full-time member institutions: Buena Vista University, Central College, Coe College, University of Dubuque, Loras College, Luther College, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Simpson College, and Wartburg College. Luther College has announced its departure from the conference, effective at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year.
