CAROLINA CORE FC SIGNS ALENGA CHARLES
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Carolina Core FC today announced that the club has signed midfielder Alenga Charles to a contract for the 2024 season.
Charles, 20, joins the club after spending the previous season with FC Congo AZ. The young midfielder also played for NPSL club FC Arizona. The talented Tanzanian midfielder looks to use his experience in multiple leagues to help drive Carolina Core FC into their inaugural season.
“We are very excited to add Alenga to our roster here at CCFC to begin his pro career. He can play a couple of positions in midfield, and we believe he’ll have a bright future with our organization,” said Head Scout Andy Williams. “He really impressed the coaching staff at our first ever open tryouts, and we are happy to help fulfill his dream of becoming a professional soccer player.”
The Phoenix, Arizona, local hopes to make an instant impact and bring versatility to the squad. Charles is highly regarded for his ability to display creativity in the final third while still maintaining his defensive responsibilities.
“Alenga showed well in the invitational tryouts in the midfielder position to earn a spot on the team. He possessed good technical ability and did well with holding the ball with players around him,” remarked Head Coach Roy Lassiter. “He also impressed the technical staff with his ability to see the field and find players in advanced positions. We look forward to seeing Alenga’s progression as a player for CCFC this season.”
ABOUT Carolina Core FC
Founded in 2022, Carolina Core FC is an independent professional men’s soccer club that will begin play in MLS NEXT Pro in 2024. The club’s local owners are dedicated to community development through its on-field and off-field activities. Carolina Core FC has diligently worked behind the scenes to build together its experienced executive staff, including High Point Native, Eddie Pope as the Chief Sporting Officer. Eddie is a former U.S. Men’s National Team, MLS legend and USSF Hall of Famer. #CCFC will play its home matches in High Point, N.C. at Truist Point, the $38 million stadium located in the revitalized downtown social district. Supporters can join the club by securing a season seat and ordering Carolina Core FC merchandise at www.carolinacorefc.com.
ABOUT MLS NEXT Pro
Launched in 2022 by Major League Soccer, MLS NEXT Pro is a professional men’s soccer league in the United States and Canada that completes the pro player pathway from MLS NEXT to MLS first teams. MLS NEXT Pro continues to grow the game through innovation and diversity, bringing professional soccer to new communities and creating opportunities both on and off the field. MLS NEXT Pro will celebrate its third season in 2024 with 29 teams, 27 MLS-affiliated and two independent, Carolina Core FC and Chattanooga FC. Additional MLS-affiliated and independent clubs will join in the years ahead, including Cleveland and Jacksonville Armada FC. The majority of MLS NEXT Pro’s matches are broadcast on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV as part of the groundbreaking partnership between Apple and MLS. For more information about MLS NEXT Pro, visit?mlsnextpro.com.