Bluffton men’s soccer plays tourney opener at home
The Bluffton University men’s soccer team will host Manchester University at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29 at Salzman Stadium for the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference tournament opener.
Tickets, for adults and children ages 12 and up, must be purchased in advance of the event at https://bubeavers.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/73or via the HomeTown Fan App. Admission is free for children under age 11 and students/faculty/staff of HCAC institutions with valid ID. Parking will be available near Bluffton University’s Memorial Field.
This is the second time Bluffton men’s soccer has competed in the HCAC tournament and the first time they are hosting the quarterfinal matchup. Last year, the Beavers advanced to the semifinals. Bluffton women’s soccer will see tournament action the same day. They’ll make their second-ever appearance in the HCAC women’s soccer tournament during a noon game at Anderson University.
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