State Program
Elevate your game with our State Teams program, tailored for competitive players in the U11-U19 age groups. By focusing on both age group and location, our teams are meticulously crafted to bring out the best in every player.
The DETAILS
Born in 2007-2015 (U11-U19)
The State Teams are for the competitive player in the U11-U19 age groups. Teams are selected based on age group and location. Multiple teams per age group may be selected. State teams compete in the North Carolina Youth Soccer Association (NCYSA) Classic league or South Carolina Youth Soccer Association state league (SCYSA).
Current players are placed on these teams based on performance level in training, matches, and ID sessions. New players who are interested in this program must complete the Player Placement Process and attend ID sessions to be selected for these programs.
ID Sessions have concluded for the 2025-26 Season. ID Sessions for the 2026-2027 season are live for Senior Girls for our Regional Academy and State programs.
Season
U11-U14 Boys and Girls: August-November and January-May
U15-U19 Girls: August-February
U15-U19 Boys: November-May
Teams train 2-3 nights per week and play matches and tournaments which could require travel within a 3-hour radius of Charlotte.
Birth Year to School Year
With the USYS decision to change to a school-year breakdown for team formation, current U15 players born from August 1 to December 31 will remain a U15 player for the 2026-2027 season. These trapped U15 players will be evaluated with the rising U16-U19 players at these sessions.
School Year Age Groups
U19 8/1/2007 - 7/31/2008
U18 8/1/2008 –7/31/2009
U17 8/1/2009 –7/31/2010
U16 8/1/2010 –7/31/2011
U15 8/1/2011 –7/31/2012
U14 8/1/2012 –7/31/2013
U13 8/1/2013 –7/31/2014
U12 8/1/2014 –7/31/2015
U11 8/1/2015 –7/31/2016
Locations
North: Cornelius/Davidson, Huntersville, Mint Hill, and Mooresville
South: York County (Rock Hill), and Gastonia
Matthews
Location Directors
Director of Coaching Girls - North
Rhem Stubbs
Director of Coaching Girls - South
Tristin Moller
Coaching Director Mooresville - Boys & Girls
Mike Barroquiero
Coaching Director of Matthews - Boys & Girls
Carlos Martinez
Contact
Interested in being a part of the State Program? Reach out to info@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
Player Placement Process
Location Directors
Director of Coaching Boys - North
Tony Falvino
Director of Coaching Boys - South
Brian Udy
Girls Director of Coaching - South & York County
Kalla Stark
Coaching Director Mooresville - Boys & Girls
Mike Barroquiero
Coaching Director of Matthews - Boys & Girls
Carlos Martinez
Click below to view ID Sessions for the 2026-2027.
GIRLS TEAMS & STAFF 2026-27
The following teams and coaching staff are anticipated for the upcoming season. Check back for additions as we approach the ID sessions.
BOYS TEAMS & STAFF
2026-27
The following teams and coaching staff are anticipated for the upcoming season. Check back for additions as we approach the ID sessions.
PRE GIRLS ACADEMY & PRE MLS ACADEMY
Introducing Our Soccer Program: Pre Girls Academy and Pre MLS Academy
Our Pre Girls Academy and Pre MLS Academy programs are made for high-level players in the U11-U12 age groups, serving as a stepping stone to our National and Regional programs. With a selective approach, approximately 24 players per age group/region are chosen for each supported program. Selection criteria are based on the geographical region within the Charlotte area.
Players in the Pre Girls Academy and Pre MLS Academy teams participate in the Carolina Development League (CDL) and may also have affiliation with the NCYSA. Current players earn their spots through exceptional performance in training, matches, and ID sessions. Prospective players keen on joining this program must attend the ID sessions for selection. The season runs in two segments (August-November and January-May), with teams training three nights per week and engaging in matches and tournaments that necessitate travel within a three-hour radius of Charlotte.
Players must complete the Player Placement Process and
attend ID sessions to be selected for these programs.
