⚽️ WHO ARE WE PLAYING?
Your Jacks earned back-to-back wins against South Georgia Tormenta FC and Central Valley Fuego FC and are looking to keep the momentum going into their next USL League One match against One Knoxville SC. Joel Johnson and Miguel Ibarra each scored in both wins, powering the Independence to third place in the league standings. First kick is set for Saturday, August 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Regal Soccer Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee.
STREAMING OPTIONS:
- FREE! – Watch locally on WCCB Charlotte’s Channel 18.5 or stream online via Bahakel Sports.
- SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED – ESPN+

🍺 WATCH PARTY AT ELEVEN LAKES BREWING
Eleven Lakes Brewing Co. is hosting all away game watch parties for the 2023 season! The brewery is located at 10228 Bailey Road, Suite 210, Cornelius, N.C. The party starts at 6:30 p.m. with the first kick at 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be on site and, our fan favorite, the Yellow Card Hard Seltzer is on tap for just $5 all night long.

🧢 BACK THE JACKS
A new school year needs a new wardrobe! Shop tees and outerwear to support the Independence all year long.
To help, we’ve pulled together a couple options from our online store:
- Skyline Youth Tee Ash
- C’mon You Jacks Tee Blue
- Jacks Crewneck Navy
- Home Authentic Jersey Blue
BeLocal Matthews & Mint Hill – Discover local favorites in your hometown!
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