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Charlotte Independence Partners with Next Levels LLC for Merchandise Sales at New Stadium

February 24, 2021 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charlotte Independence News Release


(CHARLOTTE, N.C.) - The Charlotte Independence and Next Levels LLC have announced a new partnership designating the product/service company as the official event merchandise company of the Independence.

Through this partnership with the Independence, Next Levels LLC will be able to create unique apparel, headwear, souvenirs, tailgating items, and sporting events items using the Jacks' trademarks and logos. Next Levels LLC will be offering fans apparel with the club's official competition apparel company, Adidas. This will include a line of themed and original design t-shirts and hoodies. As part of the agreement, Next Levels LLC also will help the club build sales promotions for key holidays, seasons, and gift-giving occasions.

"We're excited to partner with Matt White and Next Levels to bring our fans great Adidas apparel and souvenirs so they can show their passion for the Independence," stated club President and COO Tim Schuldt. "We also are thrilled that we could keep this business local and expand our commitment to Black-owned businesses in Charlotte."

"I'm excited to bring some really cool merchandise to the fans," said Matt White Owner & CEO of Next Levels. "Next Levels wants to get the assist when it comes to equipping the fans while they show their passion at the games, at home, at work, everywhere. I also appreciate the opportunity that the Independence has provided me to grow our business. They've been terrific to work with and we look forward to growing with them for years to come."

With the 2021 USL Championship regular season set to begin on or about May 1, the Independence will make the 2021 campaign its first season at the brand new American Legion Memorial Stadium. The regular season will see the Championship teams split in to four divisions and will contain a 32-game slate running across 27 weeks through the end of October, with playoffs scheduled for November. Season deposits for the Independence's inaugural season at American Legion Memorial Stadium are available here.

For more information on where to purchase Next Levels LLC, please visit nextlevelsllc.com.

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