Furman Paladins

Furman Paladins

Leagues Played
USA College Championship 10
Links
Wikipedia
USA College Championship 11/24 19:00 124 Marshall v Furman Paladins L 4-0
USA College Championship 11/21 22:00 122 North Carolina v Furman Paladins W 3-5
USA College Championship 11/17 19:00 1 East Tennessee State v Furman Paladins W 0-2
USA College Championship 11/10 19:00 2 UNC Greensboro v Furman Paladins W 6-7
USA College Championship 11/09 00:00 3 Furman Paladins v Mercer Bears W 2-0
USA College Championship 11/12 19:00 1 Furman Paladins v Mercer Bears L 0-2
USA College Championship 11/05 19:00 2 Wofford Terriers v Furman Paladins W 0-1
USA College Championship 11/03 20:00 3 Furman Paladins v VMI Keydets W 4-1
USA College Championship 11/06 19:00 2 Furman Paladins v UNC Greensboro L 3-6
USA College Championship 11/04 20:00 122 Furman Paladins v Wofford Terriers W 3-2

The Furman Paladins football program is the intercollegiate American football team for the Furman University located in the state of South Carolina. The team competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) as members of the Southern Conference (SoCon). The school's first football team was fielded in 1889. The team plays its home games at the 16,000 seat Paladin Stadium in Greenville, South Carolina.

The 1988 Furman Paladins football team, coached by Jimmy Satterfield, won the NCAA Division I Football Championship. Clay Hendrix, who was a member of that championship team, has served as the team's head coach since 2017.

History

Classifications

  • 1937–1942: NCAA College Division
  • 1946–1957: NCAA University Division
  • 1958–1972: NCAA College Division
  • 1973–1977: NCAA Division I
  • 1978–1981: NCAA Division I–A
  • 1982–present: NCAA Division I–AA/FCS

Conference memberships

  • 1889–1896: Independent
  • 1897–1899: No football team
  • 1900–1901: Independent
  • 1902: Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association
  • 1903–1912: No football team
  • 1913–1914: Independent
  • 1915–1929: Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association
  • 1930–1931: Independent
  • 1932–1935: Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association
  • 1936–present: Southern Conference
The Furman Paladins are the intercollegiate soccer team representing Furman University, located in Greenville, South Carolina. Competing in NCAA Division I, the Paladins are a proud member of the Southern Conference (SoCon). Known for their distinctive purple and white colors, the team embodies the spirit and tenacity of the Paladin, a term historically associated with knights and champions.

Furman soccer has a rich tradition of excellence, with a strong emphasis on both athletic performance and academic achievement. The program has produced numerous All-Conference and All-American players, showcasing a commitment to developing talent on and off the field. The Paladins play their home games at the scenic Stone Stadium, which provides an intimate and vibrant atmosphere for fans and players alike.

Under the guidance of dedicated coaching staff, the Furman Paladins strive for success in every season, aiming for conference championships and NCAA tournament appearances. The team is known for its disciplined play, tactical awareness, and a strong sense of camaraderie, making them a formidable opponent in collegiate soccer. With a passionate fan base and a commitment to excellence, the Furman Paladins continue to build on their legacy as one of the premier soccer programs in the region.