WCCB to Broadcast All 14 Games throughout the Fall 2026 Season
CHARLOTTE, NC (August 17, 2026) – Carolina Ascent FC is proud to announce today WCCB-TV as the team’s exclusive Charlotte television partner.
The 2026 Fall Season premiered on Aug. 15, with the Ascent traveling to Washington, D.C. to face DC Power FC, winning 1-0. The team’s first home match of the season is scheduled for Aug. 29, against Tampa Bay Sun FC at American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. “WCCB is excited to partner with Carolina Ascent FC to bring the games to local television,” said Beverly Bahakel, president and CEO of Bahakel Communications. “Soccer is a huge fan favorite in the Carolinas, and our WCCB team members are dedicated to empowering women and supporting women’s sports. WCCB is the only locally-owned television station in the Charlotte region, providing the best in top-quality sports content on all platorms,” said Bahakel.
“Partnering with WCCB is an important step in making Carolina Ascent FC more accessible to fans across our region, providing an opportunity to experience our players, Club and professional women’s sports overall,” said Margaret Gramann, president of business operations for Carolina Ascent FC. “We are especially proud to partner with a locally owned and operated Charlotte company that shares our commitment to women’s sports and our community,” Gramann added.
The season continues Aug. 22, as Carolina is back on the road to take on Dallas Trinity FC. The team returns to Charlotte on August 29 in a matchup with Tampa Bay. The full broadcast schedule is now available HERE.
ABOUT CAROLINA ASCENT FC
Carolina Ascent FC is one of eight teams of the Gainbridge Super League, a USL property and a Division One professional women’s soccer league which kicked off its inaugural season in August 2024. Carolina Ascent is reaching new heights for women’s soccer. Step by step, the club will take strides to grow the women’s game, elevate the community and support a more sustainable future for residents of the Carolinas. The team plays all home games at the historic American Legion Memorial Stadium. Visit CarolinaAscent.com to join the climb, stay updated on club news and purchase season tickets. Social media page links: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.
About WCCB and Bahakel Sports
WCCB and Bahakel Sports are owned and operated by Bahakel Communications in Charlotte. Bahakel Communications was founded by Cy N. Bahakel in 1947 and operates four television stations: WCCB Charlotte, WOLO Columbia, SC, WFXB Myrtle Beach, SC, and WAKA Montgomery, AL.
