Men's Soccer | 10/29/2026 12:30:00 PM
NEWARK, N.J. – The Rutgers University-Newark men's soccer team earned the No. 4 seed in the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) Tournament and will host No. 5 seed SUNY New Paltz in the quarterfinal round on Saturday, October 31, at 1 p.m. at Frederick Douglass Field.
The Scarlet Raiders return to the NJAC Tournament for the first time since 2024 and will host a conference postseason game for the first time since 2022. Rutgers-Newark enters the tournament looking to build on its regular-season performance and secure a spot in the NJAC semifinals.
Rutgers-Newark finished the regular season with an 8-3-5 overall record and a 5-2-2 mark in NJAC play, earning the No. 4 seed in the conference tournament.
The Scarlet Raiders previously faced New Paltz during the regular season, with the Hawks earning a 2-1 victory in Newark. Rutgers-Newark will look to turn the tables on its home field and continue its postseason run in front of the home crowd.
Fan Information
Saturday's quarterfinal will feature a luau theme, bringing a tropical atmosphere to Frederick Douglass Field for the Scarlet Raiders' postseason opener.
The first 100 students in attendance will receive a free slice of Hawaiian or regular pizza. Luau necklaces will also be available for all fans while supplies last.
Ticket Information
The NJAC uses electronic ticketing for all conference championship events. Tickets go on sale at noon on Thursday, October 29, and can be purchased at NJACSPORTS.COM/TICKETS.
NO CASH ticket sales will be available at the venue. Fans may purchase electronic tickets on-site using a mobile device, provided tickets remain available.
Ticket prices are as follows:
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