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Marshall Thundering Herd Soccer has a storied history dating back to 1979. Based in Huntington, West Virginia, the program plays its home games at Hoops Family Field on the Marshall University campus. Under head coach Chris Grassie, named January 10, 2017, the Herd reached the pinnacle of college soccer with the 2020 NCAA National Championship bid, followed by a 2020 Conference USA Regular Season and Tournament title. The program continued its momentum after joining the Sun Belt Conference in 2023, capturing both the regular season and tournament championships. In 2024, Marshall made a remarkable run to the College Cup Final Four, finishing as national runners-up. The 2025 schedule features exhibitions and regular-season games at Hoops Family Field, continuing the Herd’s tradition of competitive play and community engagement. Here’s your reliable, no-fuss source for the team’s history, roster highlights, and upcoming fixtures.