CHARLOTTE, NC (May 6, 2026) – The Charlotte Independence announced today that goalkeeper Josh Burton has been signed to a 25-day contract.
Burton, 24, has made one professional appearance in his career, doing so with Naples United of the National Premier Soccer League in 2025. The young goalkeeper appeared in Naples’ match against Miami FC in the U.S. Open Cup. Burton played collegiately with Huntingdon College in Alabama before transferring to Emanuel College in Boston, MA for his final two seasons.
Burton will be available for selection as the Independence take on AC Boise at American Legion Memorial Stadium Wednesday night.
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.
