A-R-C Women's Soccer Tournament Title Goes to Loras College

18th Tournament Title in Program History

11/8/2025 3:30:00 PM

By: Ali Wilson, A-R-C Assistant Commissioner

DUBUQUE, Iowa -- The Loras College Duhawks claimed the 2025 American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) Women's Soccer Tournament title following another intense battle with the University of Dubuque. The Duhawks will punch their ticket to the NCAA Tournament with the league's automatic berth. 

This victory marks the Duhawks 18th tournament title in program history. The title comes under the direction of head coach Matt Pucci. 

The Duhawks will learn their initial NCAA postseason destination during the selection show Monday, November 10 at 1:00 p.m. (CT). 
First Round - Saturday, November 1
No. 5 Central College (3) at No. 4 Wartburg College (2)
No. 6  Luther College (1) at No. 3 Simpson College (2) - OT

Semifinals - Wednesday, November 5
No. 5 Central Colege (0) at No. 1 University of Dubuque (4)
No. 3 Simpson College (0) at No. 2 Loras College (1)

Championship - Saturday, November 8
No. 2 Loras College (1) at No. 1 University of Dubuque (0)

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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.