CHARLOTTE, NC (November 6, 2026) – Five members of the Charlotte Independence have been named as finalists for USL League One end-of-season awards. Charlotte’s five finalists are the most in USL League One.
Award winners will be announced starting Monday, November 9. Our finalists are listed below.
Jon Bakero
Award Nominated for:
Player of the Year
Souaibou Marou
Award Nominated for:
Player of the Year
Javen Romero
Awards Nominated for:
Defender of the Year
Young Player of the Year
Matt Levy
Award Nominated for:
Goalkeeper of the Year
Mike Jeffries
Award Nominated for:
Coach of the Year
