January Players of the Month

Congratulations to the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for January!

Caleb Wood, 12 Charlotte Pre-ECNL: Caleb is a hard-working, competitive player who primarily plays as a CM but is just as effective when playing CB or in other areas of the field. This is his 3rd year in the Pre-ECNL program and he also was training with Charlotte FC this past fall as part of their Discovery program. He was our most consistent player in the recent Jacksonville FC tournament, putting in 3 very consistent performances across all the games and playing at a high level.


Ellison Colvin, 08 CSA North/Hville King G: Ellison was a key part of the team’s success this past fall. Not only did she help the team get promoted in league play, she also helped the team with their success in State Cup, winning State Cup and allowing the team to go to Regionals this summer. Her hard work and dedication to the team is unprecedented. We are very proud of her!!


Paige Santos, 07 Charlotte SA National ECNL G: Paige has been a consistently dangerous forward for our U17 Girls ECNL team during these last couple of months. Each game, she’s either providing scoring or assists for her team that performed well at the ECNL FL Event on Jan. 7-9, 2024. During that event, Paige represented Charlotte SA in the ECNL National Selection Game and performed well. Paige is a 2026 graduate.


Rhyia Mitchell, 06/05 Charlotte SA Blue RL G: Rhyia recently played in the ECNL RL showcase in Florida for the 06/05 ECNL RL Blue G. In 3 games she scored 6 goals and had 2 assists helping the team to 3 victories and performed at the top of her game. A dynamic attacking player who can play wide or through the middle, she has explosive pace and her 1v1 skills and direct play have helped the team to a very successful season. Rhyia’s personality and dedication have shone through and she always plays with a smile on her face. 2024 has got off to a good start for this dynamic young lady.

09 NPL Advances to National Finals!

January 22, 2024

Congratulations to 2009 Charlotte SA NPL and Coach Ralph Latchana who are South Atlantic Premier League (SAPL) Champions! They won their SAPL bracket in Atlanta which qualified them for postseason at NPL Finals. The team will head to Denver, Colorado this summer to compete at NPL Finals July 8-14.

Link to NPL Finals site:https://usclubsoccer.org/npl-finals/

Players of the Month – December 2023

Congratulations to the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for December!

Bella Lohri, 07 ECNL RL White: Bella puts forth endless efforts in training and games to elevate her game and the team, allowing her to make an impact on both sides of the ball. As an outside back she is tasked defensively with shutting the opponent’s top level attackers down. In the attack her commitment getting forward has allowed her to become the team’s leading goal scorer this season.

Miguel Lopes, 11 National ECNL: Miguel has been outstanding all season long. He is an exceptional leader, very humble, constantly wants to learn and someone that all of the players on the team look up to. Miguel has an incredible mentality for someone so young.

Asher Sandelovsky, 13 Uptown King: Asher is someone who just loves to play. He’s magical on the ball and aggressive off of it. He can turn nothing into something and is almost impossible to dispossess. However, his most admirable qualities are his attitude and his leadership. He always pays attention and gives his best, and he’s very vocal on the field, communicating with and encouraging his teammates. Asher can do it all: he can play anywhere, he can create, finish, dribble and defend, all of which is why he is one of the first names to be written down on match days.

Kaitlyn Strain, 11 Matthews King: Kaitlyn is a fantastic teammate and always has a positive attitude. She has worked hard and continued to develop and help her team be successful. Her confidence and ability to make big saves has been fantastic this season.

Players of the Month – November 2023

Congratulations to the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for November!

Jacob Bandel, 06/05 ECNL National Academy: Jacob is a natural soccer player who has an unbelievable eye for the goal and a pass. His soccer IQ and awareness are of a very high caliber. His movement and ability to find space in tight areas makes him a valued member of the team. From a finishing perspective he has great timing and precision when going to goal. His link up and hold up play as a #9 shows great balance and composure. Jacob is a very hard working player who has a great future in the game.

Nadia Bolden, 06/05 Blue ECNL RL: Nadia primarily plays at the back and scored 4 goals in the team’s last game vs. NC Fusion. She is a constant ball of flames with energy to burn. She comes to practice with a smile on her face and with the demeanor to work hard and get better. She has been a consistent performer and leader by example all season long. Nadia has committed to playing Soccer at Howard University in 2024.

Drew McKissick, 12 Matthews Liga: Drew is great teammate and leader on his team. His work ethic and attitude have helped him continue to develop and grow into a tough defender.

Marshall Parker, 11 NPL: Marshall is the epitome of a model player and teammate. Always looking to ask questions to improve, receptive to coaching points, and is always a positive voice on the field. He plays with so much heart and determination every single game. Most impressive and most important thing is that he is developing into a well mannered respectable young man. He is always there to help pick up cones and goes the extra mile to ask how coach is doing and how his day has been every practice. A joy to coach and well deserving of this award!

UPDATE November 21, 2023

The 08 (16U) North Huntersville King Girls, coached by Scott Fisher, won the 2023 Kepner Presidents State Cup this past weekend!  Congratulations!

Final Four Kepner President’s State Cup:

09 CSA Uptown King Girls have advanced to the Kepner President’s Cup Final Four in Wilson, NC, November 18-19. The team plays 09 CVYSA Blast Blue G in the semi-final at 12pm on field 5 at J Burt Gillette Athletic Complex. 

08 CSA North/Hville King G also advanced to the Kepner President’s Cup Final Four. They will take on 08 NCFCY Red North G in the semi-final at 9am on field 6 of the J Burt GAC. 

Players of the Month – October 2023

Congratulations to the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for October!

Lucy Chin, 09 National ECNL: Lucy has had an incredible start to the month of October helping her U15 Charlotte SA Girls 09 ECNL team to 3 consecutive wins where’s she’s scored goals in each of those 3 games. Lucy netted 4 goals on her team’s win vs. Wilmington on Sat. Oct. 7. She scored 1 goal in their win at Fairfax Brave. She finished last weekend with a hat-trick vs. Arlington in their 5-1 away win. The team still has 2 more games in October where we hope she’ll continue this hot streak!

Sam Kent, 11 ECNL RL White: Samuel has had a fantastic start to the season, showcasing his leadership, willingness to learn, tenacity, and ability to play good football from the back. He led his team to recent back to back wins over CISC and WHYFC, helping lead a shutout in the later.

Claire Jaffe, 10 Uptown King: Claire has shined as a creative player on the wing. She has consistently beaten defenders with 1v1 moves, no look passes, etc. Further, Claire consistently works hard in training, setting a great example for the group.

Andrew Phillips, 13 North Liga: Andrew has continued to be a leader on the field using our core values of integrity, sportsmanship and teamwork. He always has a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

September Players of the Month!

Congratulations the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for September!

Cameron Farias
2012 Charlotte Liga
Cameron for me is that one player who would play any position you ask him to play, no questions asked. He is a player that is team first. He is very quiet but still gets the job done. Cameron gets along with his teammates and is very coachable which makes my job as a coach a lot easier. I am looking forward to watching him develop into a great player.

Brianna Klemowicz
2012 Charlotte Liga G
Brianna played goalkeeper for the majority of our tournament, helping lead her team to 3 victories and a tournament championship. In the final Brianna saved 2 penalties in the shootout, and converted hers. She let in 0 goals during the games, 3 shutouts leading into the victory in penalties.

Tyler Trabucco
2011 Charlotte SA Blue RL
Tyler has been leading the boys on and off the field making sure everyone is focused and ready to train. Tyler leads by example on the field by work ethic, character and his discipline.

McKenna Verdi
07 Charlotte SA White RL
McKenna’s tenacity and efforts anchoring the back line have helped the ECNL RL 07 White team get off to one of the best team starts at 3-3-3. Her defensive play has significantly contributed to the team’s improved goal against average – down by over half from this time last season. At 5’3″ she dominates the air game emulating the tough mentality that sets her apart as a person, a player, and a team leader.

Players of the Month – August 2023

Congratulations the OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for August!

Mabel LaBar (10 Charlotte SA Blue RL): Mabel played in all of the 6 preseason games contributing goals and assists from the midfield helping her team to only 1 defeat in 6 games, playing against high level competition. Not only was Mabel dominant in the midfield both in and out of possession, but she is a leader both on and off the field. She interacts well with coaches and teammates and is always prepared to do whatever it takes to help the team succeed. 

Santiago Molina (11 CSA Palisades King): Despite the short amount of time for practice in August, Santi was a key player in the midfield and attacking sections. He found great assistance options where some ended in goals and he managed to score as well. Outside the field and during practices, he has been very attentive and collaborative.

Kieran Bruchs (10 Charlotte SA National ECNL): Kieran consistently gives the maximum effort, even on the days where he isn’t his best. He is very humble, always listening to and seeking feedback on how to improve. Kieran shows his leadership skills through supporting his teammates with kindness and a helping hand. He also sets the reference point for the team by having a high standard of expectations from himself. 

Rossi Huston (11 CSA Charlotte Roma Elite 1 G): Rossi motivates others to play harder leading by example with her work ethic. She is a player who gives 100 percent every time she steps on the field. She was a key reason for the team’s success last weekend at the CSA tournament with her consistent strong defensive play. 

July Players of the Month

Congratulations to our OrthoCarolina Players of the Month for July!

Ayman Maadir, 05/04 National Academy ECNL: Ayman is truly a fantastic young man who is always concerned how others are doing before himself. He is a great student and a super family guy. His soccer abilities are also up there with the best and he never complains, always listens and delivers on the field of play on a consistent basis. His passing range is of the highest order and he dictates games through his understanding of the game and his eagerness to win and succeed. This year he had a great final season with the U19 team and then he went on to be a very productive member of the UPSL squad and to top it off this year, he broke into the Charlottetowne Hops NPSL squad and became a permanent starter in the newly formed team that finished 3rd in the league. We wish Ayman the very best as he joins Davidson College in August!

Jaida McGrew, 06 National ECNL: Jaida was instrumental in our U17 Girls ECNL team’s run in the ECNL Playoffs and ECNL Finals. Ultimately, the team finished 5th in the U17 age group in the very difficult ECNL. During the 6-game Playoff run in San Diego (Playoffs) and Richmond (Finals), Jaida tallied 5 goals and 4 assists for her team. This lead to the team winning 5 out of 6 games against some VERY tough competition at the highest level.

Fiona Stewart, 11 Matthews King: Fiona is a leader on our 11 CSA Matthews King G team and displays a fantastic work ethic at all sessions and matches. She works hard on her own to continue to improve and it shows in her development as a player. Fiona always has a positive attitude and is a positive leader on her team.

Renner Talleri, 13 Charlotte Pre-ECNL: Renner has worked really hard over the summer, participating in a number of camps and training programs to help develop his game. He always shows a good attitude, works very hard, listens well and is very coachable. He has made good progress improving his skills due to these character traits.