Editor’s note: This is part six of a 12-part series previewing Western Kentucky’s 12 football opponents for the 2018 season.
The Hilltoppers will travel to Charlotte, N.C., on Oct. 13 to face Conference USA opponent Charlotte. Kickoff from Jerry Richardson Stadium is set for 2:30 p.m. CST, with the game to be broadcast by ESPN+.
FRISCO, Texas – Charlotte appeared to take a step forward two seasons ago with a 4-8 overall record and a 3-5 mark in Conference USA.
It was modest progress for a program that didn’t play its first season until 2013 and didn’t join the FBS in C-USA until 2015.