Schedule Changes for the Chippewas' South Carolina Swing
Central Michigan University’s men’s soccer program is gearing up for a pivotal weekend in South Carolina, where two of its early-season fixtures will be contested against Coastal Carolina and Charleston Southern.
The matchup versus Coastal Carolina, originally slated for a later afternoon start, has been moved to a noon Eastern Time kickoff on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The adjustment was made to fit an earlier broadcast window and to streamline travel logistics for the team.
In contrast, the game against Charleston Southern will remain on its scheduled date of Thursday, August 20, with a 3 p.m. ET start, preserving the Thursday slot that was set weeks ago.
Both contests will be broadcast live on ESPN+, providing fans with a direct stream of the action and expanding the reach of the Chippewas’ season opener across the United States.
The schedule tweaks reflect a broader effort to balance competitive pacing with media commitments, ensuring that the team can showcase its talent on a national platform while maintaining optimal preparation conditions.