The  2016-17 Ohio Northern men's soccer team was dubbed a United Soccer Coaches Team Academic winner after showing success both on the field and in the classroom during the 2016-17 season.

A total of 816 soccer teams (283 men, 533 women) posted a team grade point average of 3.0 or higher, thereby earning the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 2016-17 academic year.

The Polar Bears posted a cumulative team grade point average of 3.40 last season, allowing them to earn the honor for the 10th consecutive season.

Northern returns to action on Saturday evening as it hosts Capital at Kerscher Stadium for Parents Night at 7 pm.