The Charlotte Independence began a new era over the weekend, as the team made its debut at the Sportsplex at Matthews. (more…)
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Mecklenburg County Approves MLS Proposal, City Scraps Vote
In a vote on Thursday, Mecklenburg County approved a funding package for a proposed MLS stadium in Charlotte. However, the City of Charlotte separately announced that it is tabling the proposal. (more…)
Best of 2016: #9, Charlotte Pushes for the MLS
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Soccer Stadium Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #9: Charlotte Pushes for the MLS. Charlotte has managed to catapult itself to the list of MLS expansion contenders, offering a solid market, increasing interest in soccer, […]
Memorial Stadium Renovation Plans on Hold
Talks for a proposed Memorial Stadium renovation are on hold, as Mecklenburg County wants to wait and see how Charlotte’s MLS expansion bid progresses. (more…)
Charlotte Independence Upping MLS Bid
Signaling the seriousness of their MLS expansion push, owners of the Charlotte Independence are seeking additional investors. (more…)
Charlotte Memorial Stadium Renovation Receives Key Endorsement
A proposal to renovate Charlotte’s Memorial Stadium has received a key endorsement, as the president of City Center Partners has backed the project. (more…)
Charlotte: We’re Ready for MLS
Charlotte business leaders say they’re ready to welcome MLS at an expanded Memorial Stadium, as recent well-attended friendlies at Bank of America Stadium shows the Queen City can support high-level pro soccer. (more…)
Independence: We’ll Pay $8M Toward Memorial Stadium Renovations
The owner of the Charlotte Independence has offered to pay $8 million toward the $24.8-million price tag for Memorial Stadium renovations, giving the USL club a spiffed-up, practically new home. (more…)
Independence to Propose Memorial Stadium Overhaul
Officials in Mecklenburg County will consider a proposal from the Charlotte Independence to renovate historic Memorial Stadium into a modern soccer facility. (more…)
Charlotte emerging as MLS city?
A grassroots movement to lure MLS to Charlotte may be leading to more serious talk, as meetings between Charlotte Independence ownership and MLS officials could lead to efforts toward a meaningful bid. (more…)