The Emporia State soccer team will be making their first ever NCAA tournament appearance Friday when they play Minnesota State in the first round of the Central Regional Tournament in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Emporia State Coach Brian Sailer says earning an NCAA bid is a pleasant surprise.
Sophomore Kailey Corr says this is a big accomplishment.
Junior Daniela Cardona, from Bogota, Columbia, says they have to stay focused.
Emporia State Coach Brian Sailer says Minnesota State is very athletic.
Emporia State takes a record of 14-5-1 into the match, Minnesota State is 18-2-1. Kickoff is set for 11am in Edmond, Oklahoma.
The winner will play either Central Oklahoma or Oklahoma Baptist Sunday for the right to advance to the Regional Championship match.
