The Charlotte Eagles will host their final home game of the 2010 USL Division 2 season this Saturday against longtime rivals, Charleston Battery.  The Battery leads the season series with 2 wins, both by only a goal.

The Battery is led offensively by Lamar Neagle and Tommy Heinemann.  Neagle is tied with Matthew Delicâte for most goals scored in USL-2 with 10 goals.  Heinemann is in third place behind Neagle and Delicâte for most overall points thanks to his well-rounded tally of 5 goals and 5 assists. 

Charleston is already guaranteed a playoff spot but will be fighting for a positive result to assure their spot in first place which would give them home-field advantage in the USL-2 Championship.  They currently lead Richmond by 8 points with three games left to play for both teams. 

The Eagles, however, have hit a slump since the summer heat has arrived.  In June and July, the Eagles have only 2 wins while losing 4 and drawing 3.  The loss last weekend against Pittsburgh was a strong blow to the Eagles playoff chances.  Pittsburgh jumped over Charlotte to take over third place while maintaining one game in hand. 

Jorge Herrera has elevated his play late in the season for the Eagles.  He has 2 goals in the past two games and another in the Eagles last win on July 2nd.  Miguel Ferrer has also troubled opposing defenses with his quick step overs and smooth passes.  He provides a quick spark of offense and has great vision to create goals.

Remember:  All campers get in free with their season tickets from camp!

Tickets are available for $10 at the gate for adults and $7 for kids.  Tickets can also be purchased on the Eagles’ website by midnight before game day for a discounted rate of $8 for adults and $5 for kids.  Contact ticketsales@CharlotteEagles.com to receive a group discount of $6 for adults and $4 for kids for parties of at least 15.