CHARLOTTE, NC (February 20, 2026) – The Charlotte Independence announced today that midfielder Mathis Guffroy has signed with the club, pending league and federation approval.
Guffroy, 22, is coming off a strong collegiate career, playing at both Texas Wesleyan University and the University of St. Thomas.
“Mathis impressed us on trial,” shared Charlotte Independence Head Coach Mike Jeffries. “He possesses creativity in the final third, instincts, and the ability to run at players on the dribble. He has also shown a high soccer IQ and the willingness to compete, work, and grind to get his team a result.”
The Frenchman spent four seasons with Texas Wesleyan, scoring 47 and adding 27 assists and winning Conference Player of the Year in 2024. Guffroy joined the Tommies as a graduate student in 2025, contributing on nine goals and receiving All-Summit League Second Team honors.
“Signing with this club is a special moment for me,” expressed Guffroy. “I’m thankful for the trust the staff has shown in me, and I’m ready to work hard and help the team achieve great things this season.”
Guffroy was born in Saint Germain En Laye, France and attended Lycee Internationals in high school.
ABOUT CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE:
The Charlotte Independence is a Division III professional men’s soccer team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The club, founded in 2014, currently competes in USL League One and plays home games at American Legion Memorial Stadium and Mecklenburg County Sportsplex of Matthews. As part of the Queen City Soccer Club, our mission is to make Charlotte a better place to live through sports. For information on club news, season tickets and more, visit CharlotteIndependence.com.
