Join us this fall as we launch a new tradition — Kenyon Men's Soccer Alumni Weekend. After hearing from many of our alumni, we've moved our annual reunion from the spring to the fall, giving everyone the opportunity to enjoy beautiful autumn weather, reconnect with teammates and friends, and cheer on the Owls during an exciting home match.
The centerpiece of the weekend will be our Saturday, Oct. 3, matchup against DePauw University, with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. DePauw eliminated Kenyon in last season's NCAC Tournament semifinals after winning both the regular season and tournament championships, making this one of the most anticipated games of the season. We hope to pack Mavec Field with alumni support and create an unforgettable atmosphere for our current team.
We are excited to begin this new tradition and hope you'll join us as we celebrate the people and moments that have shaped the history of Kenyon Men's Soccer.
We can't wait to welcome you back to Gambier!
This year's alumni weekend will honor two remarkable chapters in Kenyon Men's Soccer history:
First, we are proud to recognize the 1973 team, coached by Jim Zak, which finished 11–2 and captured the Midwest Liberal Arts Soccer Association (MLASA) Championship. Before the NCAA sponsored a Division III National Championship, winning the MLASA title represented the pinnacle of collegiate soccer achievement. We are thrilled to welcome members of this historic team back to Gambier.
We will also celebrate the extraordinary coaching careers of Chris Brown and Darren Moore, whose leadership helped restore men's soccer as one of the nation's premier Division III programs. Together, they led the Owls to:
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7 consecutive NCAC Regular Season Championships (2015–2022)
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5 NCAC Tournament Championships
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9 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances (2013–2022)
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A remarkable 50-game NCAC regular season unbeaten streak
Their impact on the program, its student-athletes and the Kenyon community continues to be felt today.
Weekend Schedule
Friday, Oct. 2
6 p.m. Alumni Cocktail Hour, Dinner and Celebratory Program
Join fellow alumni, the current team, members of the 1973 championship team and Coaches Brown and Moore for an evening of celebration and recognition. The evening will also include networking opportunities between alumni and current student-athletes.
Saturday, Oct. 3
10 a.m. Alumni Match
Lace up your boots and take part in an alumni vs. alumni match at the practice fields. Whether you're ready to play a full match or just a few minutes, we'd love to have you back on the pitch.
2:30 p.m. Kenyon vs. DePauw
Cheer on the Owls as they take on a conference rival in one of the biggest matches of the season. Halftime will feature recognition of the 1973 championship team and Coaches Brown and Moore.
Postgame Alumni Reception
Continue reconnecting with teammates, friends, coaches and our current players over a casual meal following the match.
We are excited to begin this new tradition and hope you'll join us as we celebrate the people and moments that have shaped the history of Kenyon Men's Soccer. We can't wait to welcome you back to Gambier!
Please register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Questions? Please contact Kenyon Men's Soccer Head Coach Travis Wall.