Preview: VOLS Night at Covenant Health Park against Portland Hearts of Pine
USL1 One Knoxville SC

Preview: VOLS Night at Covenant Health Park against Portland Hearts of Pine

August 1, 2025 - United Soccer League One (USL1)
One Knoxville SC News Release


KNOXVILLE, Tenn.- One Knoxville SC is back at Covenant Health Park on Saturday, August 2, to play Portland Hearts of Pine at 7 p.m. The theme for this game is VOLS Night, and there is a special offer for a $25 ticket and t-shirt package that expires August 1. For those unable to attend in person, the match will be streamed live on ESPN+.

One Knox is coming off a 1-1 draw against third-place Charlotte Independence on July 30. The club remains unbeaten in its last two matches but is still looking to return to the win column amid a tight race in the league standings.

Portland Hearts of Pine enters the match as another top-eight opponent for Knoxville. Portland has played the third-fewest games this season in the USL League One, one more game than Knoxville and Union Omaha.

With only 15 games played, Portland is a league leader in a stat: fouls conceded. There might be an opportunity for One Knox to capitalize on free kicks for exciting goals.

Statistically, Portland has been a defensive force, conceding the fourth-fewest goals in the league, but ranks 12th out of 14 in scoring. Like Knoxville, the Hearts of Pine are riding a four-match unbeaten streak, helping them climb into the playoff picture.

These two clubs met earlier this season in Portland, Maine, where they played to a 1-1 draw. Stuart Ritchie scored for One Knox just two minutes into that match - a fast start that's become a trend, with Knoxville scoring in the second minute of each of its last two league matches.

Home and away form could play a key role in Saturday's matchup. Portland has just one win in nine road games, while Knoxville remains unbeaten at home this season.

Even if you prefer a different type of football in Knoxville, VOLS Night is a perfect opportunity to experience Knoxville's pro soccer. New University of Tennessee students can get a feel for downtown Knoxville, while visiting families may enjoy one final summer event before the semester begins. Festivities begin at 3 p.m. on Central Street and continue through post-game fireworks.

Author: Logan Stacy

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