Risers Men Secure Spot In M3 National Finals

MUSKEGON, MI - The Muskegon Risers men's team has officially secured its place in the Major Arena Soccer League 3rd Division (MASL3) National Finals, set to take place later this month in Fredericksburg, VA. 

Currently, the Risers are one of only two undefeated teams in the nation, alongside Roc City Boom, a familiar rival composed of many former Rochester Lancers players. With a record of 9-0, Muskegon achieved a significant milestone over the past weekend, winning all three of its matches and claiming the top position in the Great Lakes North Division.

Risers are now asking for their fans, community, and families to help the team cover necessary expenses to get to Nationals later this month. The team is looking to raise $8,500 to help cover van rentals, gas, meals, hotel & other expenses that may come up. If you're able to donate, any amount helps. But we also ask that you help spread the word. You can view the team's fundraising page here: https://bit.ly/mkgnattys26

The MASL3 National Finals are scheduled to be: March 27-29, 2026, @ Fredericksburg Field House in VA. 
(Fredericksburg Field House, 3411 Shannon Park Dr., Fredericksburg, VA 22408)

Tournament Format is single elimination, and the schedule would be as follows: (per M3 league email on 2/3)

March 27:
Game 1 - Atlantic #1 vs Great Lakes #2 @ 10am
Game 2 - East #1 vs South #2 @ 1pm
Game 3 - South #1 vs East #2 @ 4pm
Game 4 - Great Lakes #1 vs Atlantic #2 @ 7pm

March 28:
Semi #1 - Game 1 winner vs Game 2 winner @ 4pm
Semi #2 - Game 3 winner vs Game 4 winner @ 7pm

March 29:
Final - Winner of Semi #1 vs winner of Semi #2 @ 2pm