Indiana University Athletics
Hoosiers Host Cincinnati at Memorial Stadium
3/31/2006 12:00:00 AM | Men's Soccer
March 31, 2006
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - The seven-time national champion Indiana men's soccer team will host the Cincinnati Bearcats in its second spring game on March 31 at Memorial Stadium. The game was originally slated for Yeagley Field at Armstrong Stadium, but due to heavy rains over night and already wet field conditions, the contest was moved to Memorial Stadium. The match is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. start as part of the Midwest Soccer Coaches Symposium.
It will mark the second straight contest that IU has hosted at Memorial Stadium. The Hoosiers played their spring opener against Lindsey Wilson on March 26 at the facility. Junior captain Julian Dieterle scored on a header in the second half to sent the contest to its eventual 1-1 tie.
For the second year in a row, the IU spring schedule is highlighted by an international match against the Mexican Youth National team. The contest is set for Tuesday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m., on Yeagley Field at Armstrong Stadium. During the spring of 2005, Mexico downed the Hoosiers, 2-1, in an exciting and fast-paced soccer affair. The 2005 game was part of Mexico's preparation for the 2006 FIFA World Youth Championships. They went on to capture the world championship at the event with a 3-0 victory over Brazil.
Through their partnership with the Indiana University Student Foundation, the Indiana-Mexican Youth National team exhibition will kickoff Little 500 week festivities. Indiana Youth Soccer will assist IU Soccer in promoting this special international soccer event through their membership across the state of Indiana. General admission for the game is $5, and children under 2 are free. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or by calling the IU Athletic Ticket Office at 866-IUSPORTS. Group discounts are available by contacting the ticket office.
