UNCG Soccer to Compete in 2026 Carolina Cup – Schedule & Tickets
- – Ten universities from across the southeastern United States will participate in The Carolina Cup men’s soccer competition this spring, culminating in a championship final hosted by Wake...
- The participating institutions include Wake Forest, North Carolina, Duke, NC State, UNC Wilmington, UNC Greensboro (UNCG), Campbell, South Carolina, High Point, and Virginia Tech.
- The Carolina Cup provides a valuable opportunity for these programs to assess player development and refine strategies outside of the traditional fall season.
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Ten universities from across the southeastern United States will participate in The Carolina Cup men’s soccer competition this spring, culminating in a championship final hosted by Wake Forest University on . The tournament, a key event in the region’s collegiate soccer calendar, will see teams compete in a five-match spring schedule leading up to the final at Spry Soccer Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
The participating institutions include Wake Forest, North Carolina, Duke, NC State, UNC Wilmington, UNC Greensboro (UNCG), Campbell, South Carolina, High Point, and Virginia Tech. Each program will play two home matches, two away matches, and one neutral-site contest at Wake Forest, according to announcements from the universities.
The Carolina Cup provides a valuable opportunity for these programs to assess player development and refine strategies outside of the traditional fall season. The competition is particularly significant as a precursor to the upcoming academic year, allowing coaches to experiment with lineups and tactical approaches before the intensity of the regular season begins.
UNCG will open its spring schedule with an away match against UNC Wilmington on , at 4:00 p.m. The Spartans will then return to Greensboro for back-to-back home games at UNCG Soccer Stadium. They will host NC State, a 2025 NCAA Sweet Sixteen opponent, on , at 5:00 p.m., followed by a match against Virginia Tech on , at 4:00 p.m.
The Spartans’ schedule continues with a road contest against regional rival High Point on , at 6:00 p.m. Their final match of the spring schedule will be played at Spry Soccer Stadium, with the opponent to be determined later. The location of the final underscores Wake Forest’s commitment to hosting high-profile collegiate soccer events.
Following the completion of the league phase, the Carolina Cup Final will be held on , at Spry Soccer Stadium. Matchups and kickoff times for the championship day will be announced after the league play concludes.
Tickets for the Carolina Cup finals are currently available for purchase online and are priced at $20 for adults and $10 for youth. Group discounts are available for purchases of 10 or more tickets. The availability of tickets reflects the anticipated interest in the tournament and the growing popularity of collegiate soccer in the region.
The teams participating in The Carolina Cup have collectively achieved significant success in recent seasons. Over the past five years, these programs have earned numerous accolades, including NCAA tournament appearances and conference championships. This level of competition is expected to elevate the standard of play throughout the tournament.
CollegeSoccerNews will provide national coverage of each Carolina Cup match, continuing a partnership established during the fall season. This coverage will include group-stage matches and the championship final at Wake Forest, expanding the competition’s reach to a wider audience. The partnership with CollegeSoccerNews highlights the growing recognition of The Carolina Cup as a significant event in the collegiate soccer landscape.
Information regarding schedules, scores, standings, and updates will be available on the official Carolina Cup website, hosted by High Point University. Updates will also be posted on X and Instagram, providing fans with real-time information and behind-the-scenes content. The digital and social media presence aims to engage fans and promote the tournament to a broader audience.
The Carolina Cup represents a significant event for collegiate soccer in the southeastern United States, offering a platform for competition, player development, and regional pride. The tournament’s structure, with a combination of home, away, and neutral-site matches, provides a balanced and challenging experience for all participating teams. The final at Spry Soccer Stadium promises to be a showcase of talent and a fitting conclusion to the spring competition.