After a three year hiatus because of COVID, the MCAC/Region 13 Championship Football Game returns on Sunday, November 6 to St. Cloud State University Husky Stadium with a 1:00 PM kickoff. The highly anticipated game features two of the top three teams in the nation, with #1 Minnesota State Community & Technical College (M State) squaring off against #3 North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS). The winner will likely be playing in the NJCAA D-III Football National Championship Game (Red Grange Bowl).
M State brings an undefeated record of 9-0 into the game. The Spartans won the MCAC regular season going 6-0 in conference action. Averaging 38.3 points per game and 357.9 yards per game, the Spartans bring a potent offense into the game behind the legs of running back Rondarius Gregory who leads the nation in touchdowns (14) and rushing yards per game (117.9).
With their only loss of the season coming in a narrow defeat by M State, NDSCS is looking for redemption. The Wildcats, at 8-1 overall and 5-1 in the MCAC, bring an equally menacing offense into Sunday's contest. Averaging 37.8 points per game and 386.3 yards per game, the hands of WR Marselio Mendez could prove to be the difference. Mendez leads the nation in touchdown receptions with 12 and yards per catch with 23.6.
For more information on Sunday's contest, including important St. Cloud State University stadium policies which apply to Sunday's game, please read on.
The 2022 Livestream will be provided by St. Cloud State University and can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpN2hcK3e60
Fans, please note: Tickets are CASH ONLY and can be purchased at the Husky Stadium ticket booth. St. Cloud State University stadium policy does not allow for unpaid re-entry. Bring all necessary blankets, coats, and related items when you enter for the game.
| Ticket Prices: |
Adult: $10.00 Student w/ ID and individuals under 18: $5.00 CASH ONLY!! No credit or debit cards will be accepted. |
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Gates Open: Kick-off: |
11:30 AM 1:00 PM |
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Concessions: |
The SCSU concession stand will be open. |
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Parking: |
Fans should park in Lot K on the SCSU campus. No tailgating is permitted. |
| Game Programs & Rosters: |
Game day programs will be available to the first 400 fans. Click here to view a .pdf of the 2022 MCAC Championship game day program. This can also be found at: https://mcacsports.org/sports/fball/2022-23/files/2022_MCAC_Football_Championship_program_-_game_day.pdf |
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Live-Stream |
Game will be live-streamed by SCSU Husky Sports. Use the following link to access the game: |
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Visit Greater St. Cloud |
For information about staying or dining in St. Cloud, visit: https://www.visitstcloud.com/ |
| Venue Information: |
SCSU Husky Stadium 1111 3rd Avenue South CLICK HERE for the SCSU Visiting Team Guide which includes additional information including driving directions. A detailed SCSU campus map can be found at: |
CLICK HERE for the MCAC Football home page.
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About the Minnesota College Athletic Conference
The Minnesota College Athletic Conference is the organizational body for NJCAA-affiliated two-year technical and community college athletic programs in the Minnesota State system. The mission of the Minnesota College Athletic Conference is to advance intercollegiate athletics by providing an engaging and supportive environment for success of our student athletes and competition among member institutions. The MCAC is committed to the guiding principles of encouraging the development and success of student athletes, promoting the integrity, honesty and loyalty to member schools as well as upholding the sustainability of conference athletic programs.