Coming from the Charlotte Independence Soccer Club’s Boys ECNL Academy, Marco Wright joins the Back of The Net Podcast. Throughout the segment, we learn the path Marco took when it came to playing soccer. From starting in recreation soccer, playing in the local competitive program, and working his way up the ladder to the ECNL Academy. We also learn more about Marco’s experience in training with the Charlotte Independence USL League One professional Men’s team, playing in USL League Two and USL Academy team, and talking through his recruitment journey. Marco recently graduated from the Charlot ..read more

Today we are speaking to Kelly Flanders and Nicola Hauk, the two captains for CISC's W League team.  Kelly is a 2018 graduate of Appalachian State and Nicola is a rising junior that is transferring this summer from Delta State to the University of Nebraska.  We speak about the benefits of playing different positions and the different opportunities that the W league is able to provide current and future players.   More information on our new W League team can be found on our website: https://www.charlotteindependence.com/  Recorded: Wednesday, May 25th, 2022. Music ..read more

Today's podcast is a conversation with Robyn Horner.  Robyn is the head coach for our new W League team.  Robyn has had a long and successful history in the professional game and is looking forward to creating the foundation for this exciting new team and league here in Charlotte.  First game is Sunday 5/15/22, 3pm followed by our men's team at 6pm.  More information on our new W League team can be found on our website: https://www.charlotteindependence.com/  Recorded: Friday, May 6th, 2021. Music: "Day Trips" by Ketsa From the Free Music ArchiveCC BY NC ..read more

This podcast is in Spanish and English.  If you find value in this Spanish/English Podcast, please email Carlos Martinez at CarlosM@independencesoccer.club and/or Juan Vazquez at JuanV@independencesoccer.club.  In this episode, we talk about some of the soccer opportunities provided by a structured club environment here at Charlotte Independence Soccer Club and what Latino players and communities can do to get involved.   Recorded: Thursday, April 30th, 2020 Return to Play: Gameplan - Please READ! Free camp voucher code in the Return to Play: Game Plan 30% off all Summer ..read more

Stephen is our Youth Academy Director out of the Lake Norman site.  We speak about the goals of the youth academy program, how to help players at the recreational level, and a quick update on his favorite EPL team.   Recorded: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020. Music: "Day Trips" by Ketsa From the Free Music ArchiveCC BY NC ..read more

First podcast of 2021.   Thanks for listening in!  Today's podcast is a conversation with Matt Spear.  Matt is a founder of and the center mid for Soccer Resilience.  Before Soccer Resilience, Matt captained the 1992 Davidson Men's Soccer team to the Final Four and coached at his Alma Mater for 18 years before accepting the role as President of the Richmond Kickers pro team.  This is a good listen for anyone looking for more ideas about how to train their brain and transform their game. Matt can be reached at mattspear@soccerresilience.com and you can read more about h ..read more

Today's podcast is a conversation with Pat White.  Pat is the Futsal Director and Camp director for Charlotte Independence Soccer Club.  Pat is also a former 10+ year indoor and outdoor soccer pro as well as a former member of the US Futsal National Team.     More information on CISC's Spring Camp programming can be found on our website: Charlotte Independence SC - powered by Oasys Sports (independencesoccer.club). More information CISC's Spring Futsal programming can also be found on our website: Charlotte Independence SC - powered by Oasys Sports (independencesocce ..read more

John Cullen is the head coach at UNCC for the women's soccer program.  John is well-spoken, passionate, and truly a joy to listen to.  We speak on how he got to the States, how he got into coaching, what kind of style his teams play, and what female players can do to differentiate themselves during this suspension of play.  Enjoy. Recorded: May 29th, 2020 Music: "Day Trips" by Ketsa From the Free Music ArchiveCC BY NC ..read more

Chad Metzler - Chief Operating Officer  https://www.flipsnack.com/Independencesoccer/independence-return-to-play/full-view.html Listen to Chad Metzler speak about our Return to Play Plan, linked above. Recorded: Wednesday, 5.20.20 Music: "Day Trips" by Ketsa From the Free Music ArchiveCC BY NC ..read more

Chad Metzler - Chief Operating Officer  https://www.independencesoccer.club/news-detail/coronavirus-update-club-operations-status   Listen to Chad Metzler speak about our Return to Play: Game Plan  When are we getting back on the field?  What if the NCYSA cancels the remaining season?  What is the club's refund policy?  Camp vouchers and camp discounts – May 1st is the extended registration deadline for the 30% discount, vouchers are good to use up to one week prior to the camp you would like to sign up for  Our camp value protection guarantee  The play ..read more