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Enid Awarded 2027 NJCAA Div. II Men’s and Women’s National Soccer Championships

March 24, 2026 – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has awarded its 2027 Division II Men’s and Women’s Soccer National Championship to the Advance Soccer Complex in Enid, Oklahoma.

Tournament dates are November 10 – 14, 2027.

Advance Soccer Complex executive director Mike Steinke says he’s deeply honored that the NJCAA has chosen to bring another of its championship events to Enid.

“This distinction reflects the dedication of our staff and community partners, as well as the continued investment in our facilities,” Steinke said. “We look forward to welcoming student athletes, coaches, and fans from across the country and providing a championship experience worthy of this national event.”

Advance Soccer Complex played host to the 2025 NJCAA Division I Women’s National Soccer Tournament this past November. Rob Houston, Visit Enid director, says that tournament brought in almost $950,000 in direct and indirect sales, an estimated 1,315 hotel rooms were booked, and $43,673 in local taxes came into the city. He says feedback he received that week from NJCAA officials about both the complex and Enid were extremely positive.

“Enid has a proven track record with the NJCAA Division II World Series, but we had to show if our new soccer complex could deal with everything that goes into hosting a national tournament. The complex atmosphere was amazing, and Enid citizens came out and supported the teams,” Houston said. “Now the NJCAA is entrusting our city with playing host to two national championship events at the same time. It’s a big challenge, and I have no doubt we will be ready.”

“Recently hosting the 2025 NJCAA Women’s D1 National Championship has only deepened our desire to provide the best venue and environment for these athletes and their coaches, families and friends,” Steinke added.

NJCAA Division II Men’s Soccer Chair Jerret Mills said in a press release that their organization is thrilled to bring the 2027 national tournaments to Enid.

“This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the talent and passion of our student athletes in a community that truly supports collegiate sports,” Mills said. “The event will not only highlight the competitive spirit of soccer but also create lasting memories for everyone involved.”

The 2026 NJCAA Division II national championship soccer tournaments will be at the Spencer Sports Complex in Huntsville, Ala.