BOYS AND GIRLS NATIONAL ACADEMY

The National Teams are for the highest-level players in the U13-U19 age groups.  Only one team per age group will be selected for each of the three programs that we support at the club.  National teams compete in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL). 

BOYS ACADEMY

At our club, we proudly offer three elite National Teams: Boys National Academy, Girls National Academy, and Boys Academy. Each team represents the pinnacle of talent and skill in their respective age groups, competing at the highest level in the ECNL league. 

The DETAILS

Born in 2004-2010 (U13-U19)

Boys National Academy | Girls National Academy | Boys Academy


The National Teams are for the highest-level players in the U13-U19 age groups.  Only one team per age group will be selected for each of the three programs that we support at the club.  National teams compete in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL).  Current players are placed on these teams based on performance level in training and matches. 


New players who are interested in this program must complete the trialist application prior to being invited in for a tryout. 

  • Season

    The season runs from August through June.  Teams train 3-4 nights per week and play matches and tournaments that will require travel in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. 

  • Locations

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    North: Cornelius, Huntersville, Mooresville, and Gastonia


    South: York County (Rock Hill) and Matthews

  • Directors

    NEED INFO****


    Director of Coaching - Girls ECNL Academy

    John Cullen


    Director of Coaching - Boys ECNL Academy

    Jeff Bilyk

  • Contact

    Interested in being a part of the Youth Academy? Reach out to play@independencesoccer.club for more information.

  • Photos & Videos

    Richard Barry Park

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    Mooresville

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    Manchester Meadows 

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    Matthews

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  • Program Dues

    Girls Program Dues


    Boys Program Dues

  • Learn About Pre-ECNL

    Program for Boys and Girls U11-U12. Click here to learn more.

2023 USL Academy League Champions!

Charlotte Independence Soccer Club secures there first National Championship in the Boys USL Academy League. Watch the this memorable Championship Sunday now!

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Isa Franco, Girls National Academy Team Member, Makes Colombian U17 Women's National Team

Take a seat and listen to Charlotte Independence ECNL Academy player Isa Franco talk about her experience growing up in the game of soccer and how her development propelled her to make the Colombian U17 Women's National Team. Get ready as she talks about her experience playing in the 2024 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

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ECNL National Academy FAQS

  • What are the ages of the Youth Academy players?

     The 2024-2025 Youth Academy program is for players born in the years 2015 (U10), 2016 (U9) and 2017 (U8).

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