Six powerhouse teams and three elite match-ups, all on one big day at the best soccer stadium in Charlotte!
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 5, 2022) – The Charlotte Independence announced today that the club will kick off the 2022 North Carolina high school boys soccer season with a premier showcase event. The USL League One professional men’s organization will host six area high school boys teams at American Legion Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 13 for a showcase that features some of the Queen City’s top high school soccer talent. The Charlotte Independence High School Showcase will feature six teams and three matchups, on one big day at the region’s best soccer stadium, American Legion Memorial Stadium.
“We’re thrilled to welcome some of the region’s top soccer talent to our home field,” stated Charlotte Independence President and Chief Operation Officer, Tim Schuldt. “This is a great opportunity for these young men to showcase their talents, and it’s a terrific opportunity for these schools to come out, show their school spirit and support their teams.”
“We appreciate the Charlotte Independence making this opportunity available to our team and the other five teams,” stated Jose Garcia, Athletic Director for South Mecklenburg High School. “We look forward to three very spirited and competitive match-ups and a great opportunity for these players and teams to showcase their talents to coaches and fans.”
Tickets are just $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for students and are on sale now at https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/7800793/charlotte-independence-high-school-showcase–charlotte-charlotte-independence-soccer-club.
One ticket is valid for all three matchups.
About The Matchups & Teams:
10:00 AM South Meck High School vs. Charlotte Latin School
12:00 PM Hough High School vs. Christ the King Catholic High School
2:00 PM Myers Park High School vs. Carmel Christian School
Hough High School had a record of 22-4-1*. They ended the 2021 season as State Runners Up following a 0-3 loss to New Hanover High School in the 2021 NCHSAA 4A State Championship.
South Mecklenburg High School finished the year with a 17-4-4* record and was once again a final four group but fell to Hough in the NCHSAA 4A West Regional Final 1-0.
Myers Park High School went 13-3 on the 2021 season and made it to the 3rd round of the NCHSAA Playoffs. The Mustangs battled Southwest Guilford High School to a 1-1 draw and lost 2-3 in a penalty shootout to end their campaign.
Christ the King Catholic High School recorded an undefeated 2021 season with a conference record of 10-0. The Crusaders topped the Catawba Shores Athletic 1A/2A Soccer Standings and went on to win the NCHSAA 1A State Championship.
Charlotte Latin School also won their division in 2021 with a conference record of 7-3. The Hawks made it to the second round of the NCISAA State Playoffs.
Carmel Christian School recorded an overall record of 15-2-1 during the 2021 season. The Cougars were 2021 4A NCISAA State Runners Up after dropping the final match to Rabun Gap School 0-1 after three overtime periods.
*States overall record for the 2021 season reported by MaxPreps.
ABOUT THE CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE:
The Charlotte Independence professional soccer team joined the United Soccer League (USL) Championship as an expansion team in September 2014. An ownership group led by Jim McPhilliamy, the President & Managing Partner of Major League Lacrosse’s Charlotte Hounds, acquired the USL franchise rights from the Charlotte Eagles. McPhilliamy and his investment group founded Queen City Sports Club with the goal of making Charlotte a better place to live through annual increases in both the quality and quantity of events that are provided for the community.
In the fall of 2018, Queen City Soccer Club LLC and the Charlotte Independence signed a 10-year lease to move to American Legion Memorial Stadium following a revitalization and complete rebuild of the historic landmark set for the spring of 2021. The Independence is focused on building the profile of the club through culture, community and performance as the team moves to American Legion Memorial Stadium. For tickets, visit charlotteindependence.com.
