Campbell University’s men’s soccer program is gearing up for a landmark campaign as it celebrates the 50th edition of its NCAA Division I journey.
The milestone will be marked by two neutral‑site fixtures in Durham, North Carolina, beginning with a clash against Cal Baptist on Thursday, August 20 at 3 p.m. Eastern, followed by a meeting with Seton Hall on Sunday, August 23 at noon.
Key storylines and expectations
Both encounters represent first‑ever meetings between the Camels and their opponents, and they also signal Cal Baptist’s entry into the revived Pac‑12 conference, a move that has already drawn attention from national watchlists.
The preseason accolades for the visiting squads include multiple players from Cal Baptist and Seton Hall earning spots on the Mac Hermann Preseason Watch List, highlighting the quality of talent set to arrive in Durham.
Adding to the narrative, Campbell has appointed Ricky Davey as its new head coach, a strategist who previously served as associate head coach at Mercer and honed his craft within the Atlanta United Academy youth setup.
This season also sees a wave of fresh faces, with 18 newcomers joining the roster, while the team’s defensive consistency remains a strong point, ranking second nationally in minutes lost and boasting a 94.9 % retention figure.
Fans will be able to follow the action live on ESPN+, and the matches will be played at the historic Koskinen Stadium, a venue that has become synonymous with the program’s recent growth.