June 30, 2022 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – Charlotte Independence News Release
CHARLOTTE N.C. – The Charlotte Independence announced today that the club
has re-signed goalkeeper Austin Pack for the 2022 season, pending league and federation
approval. Pack re-joins the Jacks after about six months with Hartford Athletic in the USL
Championship. Pack was a key player in Charlotte’s 2021 roster who helped lead the team to its
first-ever playoff win recording 51 saves and six clean sheets on the season.
“We are delighted to announce the return of Austin Pack to the Independence,” stated Charlotte
Independence Head Coach, Mike Jeffries. “His return bolsters our goalkeeping corps moving
forward. Austin returns to us off an excellent 2021 season in which he showcased his shot
stopping abilities. With his experience, Austin also brings a good ability to both read the game
and organize the back group in front of him.”
Pack made five appearances for Hartford Athletic in 2022. He tallied 11 saves and posted a 1.81
GAA.
Before joining the Independence in 2020, Pack also spent time in the USL Championship with
Portland Timbers 2. In 2018, he appeared in two matches for the Timbers and made two saves. In
2019, he played with Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and made three saves across seven appearances.
Pack played collegiate soccer for the Charlotte 49ers between 2012-2015. He appeared in net for
45 matches while making 108 saves. Pack helped lead the team to a Regular Season Title, a
Conference USA Championship and three NCAA tournament appearance.
“I’m very grateful to be returning to the club,” stated Pack. “Charlotte is a second home to me,
and I’m excited to be back for a third year with the Independence.”
The Charlotte Independence take on Union Omaha at Werner Park in Papillion, Nebraska this
Friday, July 1 at 8:00 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the livestream for free at bahakelsports.com.
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