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Concordia’s women’s and men’s soccer teams and cross-country teams head into ACAC championships this weekend, with soccer opening Friday against Medicine Hat. The women finished second in the North after two straight titles, while the men also claimed second and bring the league’s strongest defense. In Red Deer, the women’s cross-country team has won three of four races, and the men have placed second in all four.

By the Numbers
  • Women’s soccer: 10-1-1; 45 goals scored and just 2 allowed.
  • Men’s soccer: 9-1-2; league-best 6 goals allowed and 8 clean sheets.
  • Women’s cross-country: 3 first-place finishes and 1 second-place finish in 4 races.
  • Men’s cross-country: 4 second-place finishes in 4 races.
Yes, But

Both soccer teams face Medicine Hat in their openers, and a win would mean a difficult matchup with host SAIT. The women could face SAIT’s Aika Hisano, who has scored 21 goals this season. Cross-country teams may also contend with a chance of snow in Red Deer.

What’s Next

Men’s soccer faces Medicine Hat Friday, October 30, at 10 a.m., followed by the women at 12:30 p.m. Both teams need to win to advance toward a potential semifinal against SAIT. Cross-country competes at the ACAC championships in Red Deer.

Bottom Line

Concordia arrives with strong momentum: soccer brings elite defense, while cross-country has delivered consistent team results. The championships will test whether that regular-season form can translate into titles and a shot at nationals.