Carolina Core FC hits the road Saturday, September 12, for a matchup against Crown Legacy FC at Sportsplex at Matthews. The Foxes enter the contest with momentum following a shootout victory over New England Revolution II and will look to carry that energy into another meeting with their regional opponent.
1 - Finishing Strong
Carolina Core FC enters its matchup against Crown Legacy FC with momentum after closing out its home schedule with a shootout victory over New England Revolution II. The Foxes responded to a late deficit with Seth Hammond’s equalizer before securing the extra point with a 4-3 win from the penalty spot.
25 - Player to Watch: Bryce Swinehart
Bryce Swinehart added his name to the scoresheet against New England Revolution II, scoring his first goal of the season to give Carolina Core a second-half lead. Thomas Raimbault created the opportunity with a dangerous run down the right side before finding Swinehart in the attacking area for the finish. The goal marked another contribution from Carolina Core’s attack as the Foxes continued to generate opportunities throughout the match and apply pressure to the New England back line.
90 - Back to Battle Crown Legacy
 Carolina Core FC will face Crown Legacy FC for the second time this season after earning a 2-0 victory in the clubs’ previous meeting at Truist Point Stadium. The Foxes delivered a complete performance in that matchup, keeping Crown Legacy off the scoreboard while finding the back of the net twice to secure all three points. Carolina Core will look to carry that same level of organization and attacking effectiveness into Saturday’s trip to Sportsplex at Matthews as the Foxes aim to build on their recent momentum.
5 - CONTRIBUTIONS ACROSS THE ATTACK
Carolina Core FC received contributions from throughout the lineup in its 2-2 draw against New England Revolution II. Thomas Raimbault helped create Brice Swinehart’s opening goal, while Bodie Ford and Charles Orbaugh combined in the buildup to Seth Hammond’s late equalizer. With multiple players impacting the attack, the Foxes will look to carry that collective production into Saturday’s matchup with Crown Legacy FC.
Watch Live!
Catch The Foxes as they take on Crown Legacy FC on Saturday, September 12, at 7:00 PM ET, streaming live on OneFootball or MLSNEXTPro.com.
