Following a successful regular season, the MCAC/Region 13 Championship Football Game returns to St. Cloud State University Husky Stadium on Sunday, November 5, 2023, with a 1:00 PM kickoff. The highly anticipated game features two of the top teams in the nation, with #2 Rochester Community & Technical College (RCTC) squaring off against #3 North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS). The winner will likely be playing in the NJCAA DIII Football National Championship Game (Red Grange Bowl) in Glen Ellyn, IL, on December 2.
As the top seed in this season's MCAC Playoffs and the #2 NJCAA DIII ranked team in the nation, Rochester Community and Technical College brings a 7-2 overall and 5-1 MCAC record into the championship game. The Yellowjackets won the MCAC regular season, and they average 33.0 points per game. Their dynamic offense is averaging 387.2 yards per game, with 230.9 yards passing per game and 156.3 yards rushing per game. RCTC's defense has compiled 559 tackles and 13 interceptions while sacking opponents' quarterbacks 38 times.
With their only conference loss of the season coming in a 28-27 defeat by RCTC, NDSCS has expectations to return to the national championship by avenging their earlier loss to the Yellowjackets. The Wildcats, at 8-2 overall and 5-1 in the MCAC, bring comparable offensive stats into Sunday's contest. Averaging 31.8 points per game and 364.4 yards per game, the Wildcats have shown success running the ball. They lead the MCAC in rushing yards per game with 217.6. Defensively, the Wildcats lead the MCAC in tackles with 631 and have intercepted 15 passes this season.
For more information on Sunday's contest, including important St. Cloud State University stadium policies that apply to Sunday's game, please read on.
The 2023 livestream will be provided by NSPN.tv for a fee. Fans can visit the NSPN.tv website, find the MCAC Football Championship Game, pay the fee, and watch all the action.
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 the stadium 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 2023 MCAC Championship game day program. This can also be found at: https://mcacsports.org/sports/fball/2023-24/files/2023_MCAC_Football_Championship_program_-_game_day_2.pdf |
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Live-Stream |
Game will be live-streamed by NSPN.tv. Use the following link to access the game: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/19881
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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.