LEXINGTON, Va. – VMI Athletics is set for a busy week of competition as six Keydet programs return to action, highlighted by several home contests and key Southern Conference matchups.
Women's Soccer
VMI women's soccer continues Southern Conference play with a pair of matches this week. The Keydets welcome Western Carolina to Patchin Field Thursday at 3 p.m. before traveling to Macon, Georgia, to face Mercer Sunday at 2 p.m. VMI looks to bounce back following Sunday's setback to ETSU.
Game Day Information
VMI vs Western Carolina – Thursday, Oct. 15 - Live Stats
VMI at Mercer – Sunday, Oct. 18
Cross Country
The VMI men's and women's cross country teams return to competition Friday at the Panorama Farms Invitational in Charlottesville, Virginia. Hosted by the University of Virginia, the meet is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. and marks the Keydets' final regular-season competition before the Southern Conference Championships on October 31.
Swimming & Diving
The VMI men's and women's swimming and diving teams return to the VMI Aquatic Center Friday afternoon for a matchup against Mount St. Mary's. Competition is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. as the Keydets look to build momentum following last weekend's strong performances at home.
Rifle
The VMI rifle teams return to action Saturday, hosting Mount Aloysius for their first home competition of the 2026-27 season. The Keydets look to build on an impressive season opener at Navy, where the program broke multiple school records against Navy and TCU. Saturday's match will provide another opportunity for VMI's experienced returners and talented newcomers to continue their strong start to the season.
Men's Soccer
VMI men's soccer returns to Patchin Field Saturday afternoon to host Southern Conference opponent UNCG at 3 p.m. The Keydets look to rebound from last weekend's road matchup at Furman as they continue conference play in Lexington.
Game Day Information
VMI vs UNC Greensboro – Saturday, Oct. 17 - Live Stats | ESPN+
Football
VMI football returns to action Saturday, traveling to Spartanburg, South Carolina, to face Southern Conference opponent Wofford. Additional notes on the matchup will be provided later this week.
Game Day Information
VMI at Wofford – Saturday, Oct. 17 - Live Stats | ESPN+
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