2025 Soccer Championship Tournament Results and Schedule
The 2025 soccer championship season culminated in a high-stakes postseason tournament featuring the top-seeded teams. The competition followed a structured format where higher-seeded teams earned the advantage of hosting the quarterfinals, while the top seed hosted both the semifinals and the final championship match.
Key Facts
- Champion: #3 South Dakota State
- Runner-up: #1 Oral Roberts
- Final Score: 2–0 in favor of South Dakota State
- Tournament Dates: November 1 to November 10, 2025
- Final Venue: Case Soccer Complex in Tulsa, OK
Tournament Progression
Quarterfinals
The quarterfinals took place on November 1 and 2, with the higher seeds hosting the matchups. On November 1, #3 South Dakota State secured a 1–0 victory over #6 Omaha at Fishback Soccer Park in Brookings, SD, thanks to a goal by Jenna Maloy in the 6th minute.
The following day, #5 Kansas City traveled to Vermillion, SD, to face #4 South Dakota. Kansas City emerged victorious with a 1–0 win, decided by a goal from Brooklyn Bordson in the 61st minute.
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Semifinals
The semifinals moved to the Case Soccer Complex in Tulsa, OK, on November 6. In the first matchup, #3 South Dakota State continued their momentum by defeating #2 Denver 1–0, with Lauren Walter scoring in the 71st minute.
In the evening session, #1 Oral Roberts faced #5 Kansas City. Oral Roberts advanced to the final with a 2–1 victory. Goals from Genesis Helsley (49') and Marlee Fort (50' and 80') propelled Oral Roberts forward, while Olivia Platt scored for Kansas City in the 17th minute.
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The Championship Final
The tournament concluded on November 9 at the Case Soccer Complex. Despite playing on their home turf, #1 Oral Roberts fell to #3 South Dakota State in a 2–0 defeat. South Dakota State clinched the title with goals from Alani Chaple in the 53rd minute and Kylee Munson in the 56th minute.
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Tournament Summary Table
| Round | Date | Matchup | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Nov 1 | #3 South Dakota State vs #6 Omaha | 1–0 | Fishback Soccer Park |
| Quarterfinal | Nov 2 | #4 South Dakota vs #5 Kansas City | 0–1 | First Bank & Trust Soccer Complex |
| Semifinal | Nov 6 | #2 Denver vs #3 South Dakota State | 0–1 | Case Soccer Complex |
| Semifinal | Nov 6 | #1 Oral Roberts vs #5 Kansas City | 2–1 | Case Soccer Complex |
| Final | Nov 9 | #1 Oral Roberts vs #3 South Dakota State | 0–2 | Case Soccer Complex |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2025 championship?
#3 South Dakota State won the championship by defeating #1 Oral Roberts 2–0 in the final match.
Where were the semifinals and finals held?
Both the semifinals and the final match were hosted by the top seed at the Case Soccer Complex in Tulsa, OK.
Which players scored in the final match?
Alani Chaple (53') and Kylee Munson (56') scored the two goals for South Dakota State to secure the victory.
How did #5 Kansas City perform in the tournament?
Kansas City upset #4 South Dakota 1–0 in the quarterfinals but was eventually defeated 2–1 by #1 Oral Roberts in the semifinals.
What was the attendance for the final game?
The final match between Oral Roberts and South Dakota State had an attendance of 597 people.