(WEST CHARLOTTE, NC) — The Queens University of Charlotte baseball team will open its 2026 season at home at the Richard “Stick” Dream Fields and Education Center on Friday, February 13 against Navy. First pitch of Friday’s opener is set for 4:00 p.m. The two teams will play a three-game series from Friday through Saturday in West Charlotte. Saturday’s game will be a doubleheader with game one starting at 11:00 a.m.
As part of the Opening Day celebration, the Knothole Foundation will be partnering with Veterans Bridge Home to welcome local Military Veterans throughout the weekend. Additionally, Knothole will be partnering with Charterhouse Cigar & Barrel, who will be providing concessions for purchase on site throughout the weekend. All fans can expect delicious food and drinks, while fans 21 and over will also have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of adult beverages.
As part of Friday’s home opener, the Knothole Foundation will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil its new turf infield, which was installed over the offseason. That ceremony will take place before the 4:00 p.m. first pitch. WCCB Charlotte’s Joe Duncan will perform the National Anthem before the game. The Knothole Foundation will also welcome the West Meck High School JROTC as the Color Guard of the Game.
Friday’s ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by Kian Furnace courtesy of LISC and Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation.
“The new turf infield at The Stick will be a true game-changer for the Knothole Foundation as we continue to provide access and opportunities for underserved youth in West Charlotte through a focus on baseball and softball instruction, academic support and life skills development,” stated Tommy Viola, Knothole Foundation Chief Communications Officer. “We’re thrilled to get the baseball season started on the new turf on Friday with a wonderful collegiate baseball matchup.”
Admission is $10 per person each day.
For additional information about the Knothole Foundation, which is helping underserved kids here in West Charlotte, please visit our website here: https://knotholecarolinas.org/.
