Rock Hill, South Carolina, October 3, 2025
News Summary
The Winthrop University volleyball team will play against High Point in Rock Hill, South Carolina, aiming to maintain their top position in the Big South preseason rankings. Historically, Winthrop has a slight edge against High Point, with an all-time record of 39-31. However, recent performances have favored High Point, who won their last matchup in the Big South Tournament Championship Match. Following this, Winthrop will compete against Radford, where they hold a stronger track record.
Rock Hill, South Carolina – The Winthrop University volleyball team is set to compete against High Point on Friday at 6:00 p.m., in what is expected to be a highly charged matchup. The Eagles currently sit at the top of the Big South preseason rankings, aiming to secure a vital win against their opponents.
This match will take place in Rock Hill, known as the furniture capital of the world, and promises to bring an exciting atmosphere to both players and fans alike. Winthrop’s volleyball program has a storied history with High Point, having first faced them in 1971 during Winthrop’s inaugural volleyball season, where they emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. Historically, Winthrop maintains a relatively slight edge in their matchups against High Point, holding an all-time series record of 39-31.
However, the recent performances have not been in Winthrop’s favor. The last match between the two rival teams occurred last year during the Big South Tournament Championship Match, where High Point claimed a narrow win with a score of 3-2. Notably, Winthrop has not succeeded in defeating High Point this decade, with their last victory over the Panthers coming in 2019.
Following the match against High Point, Winthrop will face Radford on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. in Rock Hill. The Eagles boast a stronger track record against Radford, leading the all-time series with a record of 41-37. Winthrop’s history with Radford began back in October 1985, where they secured a win of 2-1 in their first matchup. In their most recent contest, held on November 2, Winthrop achieved a decisive three-set sweep over the Highlanders, a continuation of their success as they have not lost to Radford since 2018, allowing only three total sets to the Highlanders in their last eleven matchups.
As the season progresses, securing wins in these matches will be vital for the Winthrop University volleyball team’s aspirations for a successful season in the Big South Conference. Fans are eagerly anticipating these two crucial games as they hope to witness Winthrop continue its competitive edge in college volleyball.
Match Overview
- Teams: Winthrop University vs. High Point
- Date & Time: Friday, 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina
Upcoming Match
- Teams: Winthrop University vs. Radford
- Date & Time: Saturday, 2:00 p.m.
Historical Matchup Records
| Opponent | All-Time Record | Last Win for Winthrop | Most Recent Game Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 39-31 | 2019 | High Point won 3-2 (Big South Championship) |
| Radford | 41-37 | 2018 | Winthrop won 3-0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the match against High Point?
The match against High Point will take place on Friday at 6:00 p.m.
When is Winthrop’s next match?
Winthrop’s next match will be against Radford on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
What is Winthrop’s all-time record against High Point?
Winthrop holds an all-time series record of 39-31 against High Point.
What is Winthrop’s record against Radford?
Winthrop leads the all-time series against Radford with a record of 41-37.
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Additional Resources
- High Point Panthers: Home Opening Weekend
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- Winthrop Eagles: Big South Road Swing
- Google Search: Big South Volleyball
- High Point Panthers: This Week in HPU Athletics
- Google Scholar: Volleyball history
- Winthrop Eagles: Opens Big South Play
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
- High Point Panthers: Opens Conference Play
- Google News: Winthrop University Volleyball
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