The Winthrop University Eagles men’s soccer team concluded a six-game road trip on Tuesday, September 22, facing Campbell in Buies Creek, North Carolina. The match, which began at 6:00 p.m. EST at the Eakes Athletics Complex, marked a significant point in the Eagles’ early season schedule.
The Rock Hill-based Winthrop Eagles entered the contest with a season record of 4-3-0 overall and a 1-0-0 record within the Big South Conference. In contrast, Campbell held an overall record of 0-7-0 and an 0-3-0 record in the CAA conference. This game was a key non-conference matchup for the Eagles as they navigate their 2026 season.
Historically, the series between Winthrop and Campbell has favored Campbell, which leads with a 26-6-0 record. Campbell also held a seven-game winning streak against the Eagles prior to this match. The first recorded meeting between the two teams took place on September 17, 1983, in Lynchburg, Virginia, where Campbell secured a 1-0 victory. Their most recent encounter before Tuesday’s game was on August 24, 2025, in Rock Hill, where Campbell won 2-0.
Winthrop University, a prominent institution in Rock Hill, is known for its NCAA Division I athletic programs, with the Eagles competing in the Big South Conference. The university is a major employer in the city, contributing significantly to the local economy and community engagement. The men’s soccer team’s performance is closely followed by students, faculty, and local sports enthusiasts.
Fans interested in following the game could access live statistics through Statbroadcast Live Stats and stream the match via Flo College. These platforms provide important access for supporters unable to attend in person, connecting the team’s efforts on the road back to its home base in Rock Hill.
