USL Charlotte Independence

Charlotte Soccer Community Raises $25,000 for McKenna Woodhead

Published on August 23, 2018 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charlotte Independence News Release


Charlotte (NC) - On Wednesday night, the Charlotte Soccer Community donated at least $25,000 in ticket revenue to McKenna Woodhead and her family. Over 2,100 fans attended the Independence's match against Louisville City FC which served as a rallying point for the 14-year-old who was paralyzed in an accident this summer.

Charlotte-area, youth soccer players and supporters from the community who attended the game were dressed in t-shirts and made signs in support of McKenna. The Independence's starting lineup was introduced with every member of the team donning a McKenna Strong tshirt. McKenna's Carolina Rapids teammates served as the match's ball-kids and walkout partners for team introductions. At halftime, coaches and Charlotte soccer representatives presented the Woodhead family a check for $25,000, which was followed by a video the Woodhead family had prepared in thanks to the community for the support.

On behalf of the Charlotte soccer community, the support and all the fans who rallied around the Woodhead family, thank you.

The Independence fell to Louisville City FC by a 3-0 final score. Louisville forward Cameron Lancaster scored two, first-half goals to give the away side the halftime advantage. In the 65th minute, substitute Luke Spencer added the final goal of the game.

"I think the game this weekend versus North Carolina FC is a plus," said Charlotte Independence Head Coach Mike Jeffries. "It's a plus to have a game in three days to get tonight's game out of our system and with it being a rivalry game, it keeps us motivated."

The Independence will next be in action this Saturday as the team travels to Cary, North Carolina to take on in-state rivals North Carolina FC. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET.

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