High Point University Athletics has released its 2026‑27 men’s and women’s soccer calendar, a slate that blends home fixtures at Vert Stadium with early‑season road tests. The schedule sets the stage for a campaign that aims to build on the program’s growing momentum.
Opening week: August 20
The first day of action arrives on Thursday, August 20, when the women’s team welcomes Marshall to Vert Stadium for a 4 p.m. kickoff. The Panthers fell 0‑2 in their most recent meeting, with Marshall edging a 1‑0 victory, setting a modest but challenging backdrop for the new campaign.
Later that afternoon, the men’s squad opens its regular‑season account against Long Island University at the same venue, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Both programs enter the matchup dead‑locked at 0‑0 in their inaugural encounter, promising a fresh start for each side.
A short trip follows on Sunday, August 23, as the women’s team travels to Greenville, North Carolina, to face East Carolina at Johnson Stadium, with a 1 p.m. start. The Panthers have dropped their last two meetings to the Pirates, who hold an 8‑1‑2 edge in the all‑time series, and will look to narrow that gap on the road.
Vert Stadium will serve as the hub for these early home contests, underscoring its role as the primary venue for High Point’s soccer activities this week. The upcoming fixtures set the tone for a season that aims to build on the program’s growing momentum.