While both of their football teams play for conference championships, on the soccer pitch the Herd takes on SMU at 7 PM for a chance to make its 2nd NCAA Final Four in 5 years.
Making the College Cup twice in 5 years would really make a statement for Coach Grassie and Marshall University. To climb that mountain twice in a short period of time is evidence of a great program, not just one great year.
We've made the NCAA tournament 6 years in a row, and the Sweet 16 in 5 of those 6 years. Grassie has reached a solid, sustainable level of superior soccer. But this is the first year since the National Championship that we've made it a step further to the Elite 8. Making the College Cup again would really put Grassie on the map as one of the top 10 college soccer coaches in the country, which can only help recruiting, future OOC matches, and continued buy-in by Marshall fans.
Whether you love soccer or not, support this team. Outside of the amazing 10-year run we had in I-AA football, Marshall has never had a sports run like this. If the Herd wins today, Grassie may be able to take us a step higher.