The University of Denver men's soccer team has secured the No. 3 overall seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament, marking the highest seed in program history. With a first-round bye, Denver will play the winner of the Oregon State vs. Gardner-Webb matchup in the second round, set for Sunday at 1 p.m. MT. Students can claim free tickets at the box office, while a pregame tailgate will start at 11:30 a.m. MT. Denver, under Coach Jamie Franks, boasts a 12-3-4 record this season and seeks to improve its 7-11-1 all-time NCAA Tournament record.

By the Numbers
  • Denver’s No. 3 seed is the highest in program history.
  • They finished the season with a 12-3-4 record, marking 14th NCAA DI bid.
Yes, But

Despite a strong season, Denver enters the tournament after a 2-1 loss to Kansas City in the Summit League Final, raising questions about their momentum heading into the NCAA Tournament.

State of Play
  • Denver has received a bye into the second round for the fourth time under Coach Jamie Franks.
  • The Pioneers aim to reach the second round for the fourth consecutive season.
What's Next

Depending on the outcome of the Thursday match between Oregon State and Gardner-Webb, Denver will prepare to face its next opponent in hopes of advancing further in the tournament.

Bottom Line

With a historic seed and a strong season record, Denver men's soccer is poised for potential success in the NCAA Tournament, but recent losses must be addressed to maintain momentum.