Hobart Soccer to Face RPI in Regular-Season Finale
The teams compete this Saturday in Troy for a critical Liberty League tournament seeding advantage.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Soccer
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Hobart will travel to Troy on October 31, 2026, to play RPI in a regular-season finale that determines the No. 2 seed for the Liberty League tournament. Both teams enter the match deadlocked with 12 conference points.
Why it matters
The winner of this match secures a coveted first-round bye in the upcoming conference tournament. Seeding implications depend on this outcome alongside the result of the Vassar versus Clarkson game.
Hobart holds a 10-2-3 overall record while RPI enters at 6-6-4, with the two programs meeting for the 64th time in history. RPI currently maintains a narrow 29-28-6 edge in the all-time series.
The players
Hobart
This collegiate soccer program holds a 10-2-3 record and enters the final match ranked 12th in the nation.
RPI
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute soccer team plays this home match with a 6-6-4 season record.
Brady Leitner
He is a key offensive contributor for Hobart who has recorded eight goals and 16 points.
The details
Hobart is currently ranked 12th nationally and relies on Brady Leitner, who has tallied eight goals and 16 points this season. RPI aims to leverage the home-field advantage at East Campus Athletic Village Stadium, where the series is currently tied 15-15-3.
Timeline
The match is scheduled for October 31, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This regular-season finale serves as a direct showdown that dictates the path to a first-round tournament bye under the Liberty League tournament seeding criteria. A win for either side fundamentally alters the conference playoff bracket and avoids the opening round of play.
A win for Hobart guarantees them the No. 2 seed if Vassar loses or ties against Clarkson. Conversely, an RPI victory secures the No. 2 seed for the home team should Vassar also drop points against Clarkson.
The takeaway
Securing a top-two seed provides a significant tactical advantage by granting a first-round bye in the tournament. Teams that finish lower must play additional games to reach the championship round.
What happens next
The Liberty League tournament is scheduled to follow the conclusion of the regular season.
Further reading
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