CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Independence claimed the club’s first league trophy Oct. 17, defeating Greenville Triumph 3-0 to win the 2026 USL League One Players’ Shield. The victory marked Charlotte’s first men’s professional soccer trophy since 1981, according to the club. Independ ence President and COO Tim Shuldt and two former players joined Rising to discuss the milestone and the upcoming playoffs. The Independence will host a quarterfinal match at 7 p.m. Nov. 1 at American Legion Memorial Stadium. Fans can visit the Charlotte Independence website to purchase tickets. ...read more read less