CLASS OF 2012 AND 2013
July 18th 2011
AUBURN MERCER COMMITS TO ALABAMA
94 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2013
Twelve years ago, when I was a little U-5 player running around in my pink cleats and sophies, college wasn’t even a thought. However,that was the start of everything that has happened to this day. Becoming a part of Charlotte Soccer Academy has really helped me get to where I am now. When I first came, I didn’t know anyone but my team welcomed me into the family right away. No matter where I go in life I will never forget them and no matter what, I will love all of them forever. I’m pumped to be wearing Crimson in a couple of years. Alabama is the perfect fit for me and I would like to thank Adam Denton and Pooly for helping me choose the right place. Shout out to Jason Lowe and Todd Bramble for giving me the opportunity to play at Alabama. I would also like to thank my Florida coaches and trainers who patiently spent years with me, getting me ready for the highest level of soccer. ROLL TIDE!!
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to work with Auburn over the last three seasons after her family relocated from Florida. It was clear Auburn had a lot of potentail and over the last three season we have had the opportunity to work with her and seen her develop into a very accomplished player. Auburn is a very versatile player being able to play in an posistion. Auburn has a great passing range, 1v1 ability and has the vision in the final to create opportunities and also score goals from midfeild. I am very please that Auburn is please with her decision to attend Alabama and I know she is very much looking forward to competing in the SEC. I am sure Auburn will do very well at Alabama."
June 30th 2011
COURTNEY REILLY COMMITS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA UPSTATE
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
“I am so lucky to have been a part of Charlotte Soccer Academy for the past three years. This club has helped me improve as a player not only on the field but off of it as well. The memories and the friends that I’ve made at this club will stick with me forever. I want to thank my family, friends, and my teammates for all of the love and support they have given me throughout the years. I would also like to thank my coaches; Ashu Saxena, Philip Poole, and Adam Denton for helping me develop as a player, and for always believing in me. I am very thankful to have the opportunity to play at a Division 1 school, and can’t wait to play for Coach Lopez and Coach Klebanow at USC Upstate. Go Spartans!
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, " Courtney is a talented attacking midfielder, with great vision for a pass in the final third. Courtney is also a hardworking player, good in 1v1 situations and has been a pleasure to coach during her time at Charlotte Soccer Aacademy. I know she is lookng forward to playing at the next level in college and I know she will do very well."
March 15th 2011
SYDNEY FOUSHEE COMMITS TO THE COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
January 31st 2011
MACKENZIE STELLJES COMMITS TO IONA
94 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
" I am so thankful for the opportunity to be part of Charlotte Soccer Academy since I was 8 years old. Being part of the original 94 "Breakers" team, it is hard to believe I only have one more season of club soccer left! Iona is the perfect all-around fit for me, and I can’t wait to go to New Rochelle/New York City. I’ve known Coach Mike for almost a year now, and I am honored to be his first recruit as the head coach of Iona. I have nothing but great things to say about Mike, and I look forward to being part of his program. I would like to thank my dad for all the time and support he has put into my soccer. Finally, I would like to thank Adam Denton, Phillip Poole, Jeff Mercado and Scott Schweitzer for all their coaching support over the years. They have always pushed me to be the best I can be, and have helped me achieve my goal of playing D1 soccer. Go Gaels!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "Mackenzie started with the club at U9 and It is always great to see a player progress through all the levels of soccer and achieve their goals of collegiate soccer. Philip Poole has enjoyed working and pushing Mackenzie as the game coach and G.K coach over the last two seasons sessions. Mackenzie has developed into a great shot stopper and has great distribution with her feet. Everyone at CSA is very happy for Mackenzie and we know she is looking forward to playing Iona."
January 31st 2011
EMILY RUSK COMMITS TO ALABAMA
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
" I am very excited to have the opportunity to play at the University of Alabama. It has always been my dream to play at a DI school, and Alabama’s the perfect fit! Charlotte Soccer Academy has given me everything I needed to succeed and I’ve had a great two seasons with the club. A special thanks goes out to Philip Poole. He has been a great goalkeeper coach and I have really improved my game at histraining sessions. I would also like to thank Adam Denton. He has always keeps intensity high at practice and helped me to become astronger player. I could have never made it this far without the support of my teammates. I have had incredible memories with my friends here at CSA and they are always there when I need them. Lastly, I would like to thank my family for their support. To my mom and dad, who have driven me countless hours to practices and games to cheer me on, and have believed in me no matter what. To my sisters, Katherine and Caroline, who have been there for me every step of the way. I look forward to my senior year at CSA, and can’t wait to start playing for Alabama. Roll Tide!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "Emily has put a tremendous amount of work in over the last two seasons at CSA and now has her rewards in having the opportunity to play at Alabama. Philip Poole has enjoyed working and pushing Emily at the G.K sessions so she would maximize her potential as a GK. Emily has a commanding presence in her 18 yard box and is a great shot stopper. Everyone at CSA is very happy for Emily and we know she will do very well at Alabama."
November 15th 2010
COURTNEY STUTTS COMMITS TO VIRGINIA TECH
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
" I am so excited to have the opportunity to play at Virginia Tech and become a member of the Hokie family. It has always been my dream to play Division I ACC Soccer! My five years at CSA has provided me with great coaches and amazing opportunities to travel across the country to compete in the sport I love. I would like to personally thank Adam Denton, who has known me since age nine and has always recognized the potential in me. He has made me a tougher player during every practice and game. I would also like to thank my high school soccer coach, Ian Dennis, who has trained me over the past four years and helped me develop into a quicker, more technical player. My teammates at CSA have also had a huge impact on my growth not only as a player but also a person. Whether it was in hotel lobbies, restaurants, or on the field, they have always been there for me whenever I needed a hug or someone to talk to for hours. Most importantly, I would absolutely not be in the position I am today if it were not for the support of my family. My Mom has driven thousands of miles and been with me every step of this journey. She has supported me each and every day of my life and soccer career, and I can’t wait to see her try to pull off the Hokie maroon and orange! My brother, Jonathan, has always been my role model. He has pushed me through tough times and encouraged me when I needed it the most. The last thing I want to say is that I know my Dad would be so proud. I can’t wait to represent CSA at the next level as a Virginia Tech Hokie!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to work with Courtney from a very young age and it was clear then how much potential she had as a soccer player. Over the years I have seen her mature into a very accomplished all round player being versatile enough to play anywhere in the back four and in the central midfeild in both attacking and defensive roles. Courtney reads the game very well, is great in the air, has good speed, and is a great distributor of the ball. I am very happy that Courtney has found a great fit at Virgnia Tech and I know she is very much looking forward to competing in the ACC."
November 9th 2010
KELLY BACH COMMITS TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
" I am so lucky to have been a part of Charlotte Soccer for five years now, and I have had some of the best experiences of my life with this team. Without my coaches and teammates, I never would have achieved my goal of playing in college. I am so incredibly excited to have the opportunity to play soccer at my dream school, Dartmouth College. It’s hard to believe how fast 12 years of playing soccer have gone by to get me to this point! Dartmouth is the perfect fit for me, and I can’t wait to try out all my cold weather clothing for those 20 degree games in the snow! I could not have had a better group of teammates over the years I’ve been with the club. You guys are my best friends and I can’t imagine having done this without you. No matter what, I’ll always believe in blue! I would also like to thank all the coaches I’ve had during my time with the team. Adam, Eric, Ashu, and Pooley have each had intangible and irreplaceable roles in my development, even if they sometimes scared me! Finally, I want to thank my family for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout my journey. I can’t wait to play for Coach Hind, Coach Barr, and Coach Kuss at Dartmouth. Go Big Green!!!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to work with Kelly since her U 13 season when she came to the club. Over the years I have seen her grow and mature into a very accomplished defender and also as a person. Kelly is great in the air, reads the game very well, has good pace and has a accurate passing over both short and longer distances.I am very happy that Kelly was able to find a school that combines her soccer abilities and her high level of academics. I know she is very much looking forward to attending Dartmouth College and I am sure she will do very well."
October 21st 2010
HOPE WALKER COMMITS TO THE COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
" I’ve had the privilege of playing at Charlotte Soccer since I was ten years old. This club has not only helped me to grow as a player, but has transformed me into the person I am today. The experiences I’ve had here will stick with me for the rest of my life. As much as I’ll hate to leave, I’m truly excited about my opportunity to play at Charleston under Coach Michner and Coach Barroqueiro who have welcomed me with open arms. Thank you to my family for all your love, support, and time dealing with me and the sport I love so much. Thank you to my coaches over the past years, Don Reda, Jeff Mercado, Eric Stilley, Ashu Saxena, and Adam Denton for your help in getting me to this point. But a special thanks to Adam and Jeff who’ve always been there for me and who’ve always helped me see my potential. Last but not least, thanks to my teammates. At this point there really aren’t words to describe how lucky I am to have been placed with a group of girls like these. They are my best friends and my second family. Without them I don’t know where I would be. They along with my family and coaches have given me the confidence and belief in myself I need to take the next step in my life as a Charleston Cougar !!
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to coach Hope since she was 10 years old. Over the last year I have seen Hope grow and mature into a great soccer player and person. Hope is a tireless worker for her a team and can make something happen out of nothing due to her workrate. Hope assets are her speed and ability to beat defenders in 1v1 situtauons. Hope also has the versatility to play anywhere upfront, wide in midfeild and in the fullback posistion. I am very happy for Hope as college soccer has been her dream from an early age and I sure she will do very well at the College of Charleston."
October 5th 2010
AMY BURCH COMMITS TO HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
"I started playing for CSA four years ago, and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it! My coaches, teammates, and the competitive environment at practices and games have all helped me grow both as a player and a person. I would like to give a special thanks to my coaches I’ve had since coming to Charlotte: Adam Denton, Eric Stilley, and Ashu Saxena. I would also like to thank all my teammates; they are some of my best friends, and without their support and encouragement I would not be the player that I am today. Lastly, I want to thank my family for everything they continue to do for me to be able to raise my game to the next level. Ever since I was little, I have always wanted to play soccer in college, and I am so grateful that God has given me the opportunity to do so at High Point University!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to coach Amy since her U 14 Season when she came to the club. Over the last 3 seaons Amy has grown into an accomplished defender that can play at Center Back and the full bcack posistion. Amy has always been good in the air and strong in the tackle but since coming to CSA she worked at her technical and tactical sides of the game over the last 3 seasons. Amy reads the games very well and her distrubition and service from wide areas in a constant threat to the opposition. I am very happy for Amy and I sure she will continue to do very well at High Point University under coach Marty Beal."
September 1st 2010
VICKIE BRUCE COMMITS TO UNC CHAPEL HILL
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
"I am thrilled about the opportunity to continue my soccer career at UNC at Chapel Hill. Thanks to the coaches, Anson Dorrance and Chris Ducar, for welcoming me to the program. I can’t wait to be a member of the Tar Heel family and its’ tradition of excellence and success. I have dreamed about playing for UNC since I was a young girl. Thanks also to Adam Denton and Ashu Saxena at CSA for there help and guidance during the college recruiting process as well as my other coaches and trainers with CSA, BootRoom and ODP, who have all helped develop and hone my technical and athletic skills as well as encouraged me to become the best player I can be. Special thanks to my parents who have supported and inspired me to achieve my dreams. Being a part of CSA for the past 3 years has allowed me to grow as a person and soccer player. All of the hard work and sacrifices have been worth it. I love the time I have spent with all my teammates and look forward to a senior season with my friends at CSA before officially becoming a Tar Heel."
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "Vicky is a very talented player and combining this talent with her work ethic she now has the opportunity to play at the strongest Womens Soccer Program in the country. Vicky came to CSA during the U 14 Season as part of our 93 Team and was a great addition to the team. Vicky has a great range of passing with both feet, scores goals and has great vision in final 3rd to find a penetrating pass. I know she is looking forward to being a part of the tradition at UNC Chapel Hill and I know she will do very well."
August 15th 2010
LINDSAY McVEIGH COMMITS TO APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
93 Girls ECNL/Predator Player and will begin college soccer in the Fall of 2012
"I am proud to say that I am an original team member of the U-8 CSC Fusion now known as the CSA Predators. The last 10 years with Charlotte Soccer Academy have been an experience that will be with me for the rest of my life. Having coaches like Jeff Mercado and Adam Denton, who have always pushed me to my greatest potential and believed in me as a player on and off the field, is why I am able to play college soccer. Playing soccer at Appalachian State is going to be exciting and I also will get the opportunity to play with my sister Sam. Coach Strickland and her staff are a great fit for me and I can’t wait to play at App State.I will miss all my teammates, friends and coaches that I have been associated with for so many years. All the best to everyone. Go Mountaineers!"
Adam Denton, ECNL Director at Charlotte Soccer Academy said, "I have had the opportunity to coach Lindsay since she was 8 years old and with this I have had seen her grow and mature over the years into a great soccer player on the field and a great person off the field. Lindsay is a versatile defensive player that can play in in the holding midfield posistion, the fullback, or at center back. One of Lindsay’s strongest attributes is her posistional understanding and her distribution of the ball over short and longer distances. I am sure she will do very well at Appalachian State and that she is looking foward to playing with her older sister Sam, who is also an mountaineer."
