Sportswriter covering the Charlotte FC for The Charlotte Ledger. Freelancer. Mom of three rambunctious boys. Wife. And a Charlottean who actually grew up here!
Mar 13, 2026
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12 min read
Zaha laments three yellow cards in three games, front office's focus on fan engagement, and previewing Saturday's showdown
Feb 27, 2026
13 min read
As newness wears off in season No. 5, the club is employing series of initiatives to bolster attendance, which dipped from second to third in MLS last year, plus previewing Saturday's game in L.A.
Feb 20, 2026
14 min read
To prepare for Saturday's opener in St. Louis, catch up on latest with Toklomati, Zaha, Biel and other Charlotte stars — plus what World Cup means for the schedule, previewing the match and more
Feb 13, 2026
Charlotte FC coach Dean Smith has stayed grounded during his coaching rise after watching 'the life go' from his father's eyes while battling dementia
Jan 16, 2026
U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Luca de la Torre is most notable new addition, plus Charlotte FC signs new left back, welcomes return of Pep Biel and inks new practice jersey partnership.
Nov 21, 2025
Zoran Krneta signs new multi-year contract, Fuchs departs for England, plus 2026 MLS schedule released, implications of '27 schedule swap, Smith's offseason message to Zaha and more
Nov 14, 2025
15 min read
Plus: MLS overhauls schedules beginning in '27, Bronico signs extension, last of the Malanda goodbyes and more
Nov 7, 2025
11 min read
First Round series comes down to decisive Game 3 tonight at Bank of America Stadium against New York City FC; Zaha's impact; Charlotte's hunt for goals
Oct 31, 2025
Trailing 1-0 in the Round One series, Charlotte FC has to beat NYCFC on Saturday to force a Game 3; Wilfried Zaha gears up for impactful return; Malanda's numbered days; previewing Saturday's Game 2
Oct 28, 2025
Shy but standout 21-year-old Israeli striker breaks silence in responses for Futbol Friday on the eve of Charlotte FC's playoff opener vs. New York City FC, plus advance of Game 1
Oct 24, 2025
Plus GM Zoran Krneta says Biel's injury will not affect his long-term status with Charlotte FC
Oct 17, 2025
Charlotte FC has to beat MLS regular season champ Philadelphia on Saturday to secure Top 4 spot; Plus: early MVP candidate Pep Biel out for rest of season, advancing Saturday and more
Oct 3, 2025
Charlotte FC has to win its final two games for a chance to secure a top-four spot — and will have to do it with three starters out
Sep 26, 2025
10 min read
New English left back Harry Toffolo suffered a hamstring strain that cost him four games and the start he wanted here; Plus: Charlotte FC looks to start another win streak Saturday vs. Montreal
Sep 19, 2025
As Charlotte aims to be first MLS team to win 10 in a row, it eyes Supporters' Shield and homefield advantage; Plus Toklomati's impact, Zaha's generosity, advancing Saturday game in New York and more
Sep 12, 2025
Zaha and Charlotte FC seek MLS record-tying 9th straight win against Messi and Miami, Smith reacts to his suspension, upper bowl closing for Saturday is sign of things to come + more
Sep 4, 2025
4 min read
Dean Smith will serve a one-game suspension after picking up three yellow cards
Aug 29, 2025
Toklomati is emerging as a centerpiece to Charlotte's attack; Malanda begins goodbyes; former radio analyst Charman on TV call Saturday; Charlotte takes 7-game win streak to New England
Aug 22, 2025
Defender Adilson Malanda bound for England at season's end as Charlotte cashes in again during summer transfer window; introducing Australian striker, eyeing goalkeeper lineup and previewing Red Bulls
Aug 15, 2025
Harry Toffolo brings appreciation for American culture to new life and role with Charlotte FC; Club adds Australian striker; Advancing Salt Lake
Aug 8, 2025
Midfielder Pep Biel out 4 to 6 weeks with hamstring strain; English defender Toffolo joins club; previewing Sunday's game in Cincinnati and more
Aug 1, 2025
Charlotte falls in physical Leagues Cup opener; Plus: Defender Nathan Byrne returns from neck injury; Zaha on passing his roll and advancing Sunday's game vs. Chivas
Jul 25, 2025
Canadian Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, one of 15 siblings, to face hometown club Toronto, plus Agyemang goodbyes and Charlotte FC looking for continue hot home stretch Saturday
Jul 18, 2025
16 min read
Commissioner Garber says Agyemang's departure for England and $10 million return serves Charlotte well in global market; Plus 2026 All-Star game news, Lightnin' jersey reaction and advancing Atlanta
Jul 11, 2025
Former coach Rodney Marsh traces Charlotte's first pro soccer championship season, as Charlotte FC prepares to honor '81 team; Plus: Smith sounds off on Agyemang departure, advancing New York and more
