Midfielder captained her side in the UEFA Champions League
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 2, 2024) – Carolina Ascent Football Club announced today the signing of midfielder Sarah Troccoli for the 2024/25 USL Super League season, pending league and federation approval. Troccoli is a proven winner and has extensive experience at the highest levels of European soccer. Carolina Ascent FC’s Inaugural Home Opener is on Saturday, August 17 at American Legion Memorial Stadium. Season tickets are on sale now at CarolinaAscent.com/tickets.
“We got the chance to see Sarah play twice in person and felt she would bring a very unique skill set to the team,” Head Coach Philip Poole said. “Sarah provides experience to our group in the locker room and on the field. Having spent the majority of her career in Europe, she sees the game differently than most. We are delighted to bring her back to the States to represent Carolina Ascent FC.”
Most recently, Troccoli spent three seasons with Åland United in the premier Finnish division, the Kansallinen Liiga. There, Troccoli won three league bronze medals and two Finnish Cup titles while also competing in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The midfielder captained her squad for two seasons. In total, Troccoli played 3,744 minutes in 48 matches, starting 44 games and scoring 12 goals.
“After playing overseas for the entirety of my professional career, I am so excited to have the opportunity to play in the USL,” Troccoli shared. “It’s so cool to be a part of growing our sport in the U.S. and providing more opportunities for people to follow the women’s game. Carolina Ascent FC is a special place to be with the staff and players, and I can’t wait to make the Carolinas proud.”
Troccoli’s professional soccer career began in the Reto Iberdrola in Spain for Racing Santander during the 2019-20 season.
A four-year Florida Gator, Troccoli played in every single match of the 2015-18 seasons and served as co-captain during her final season in Gainesville. She totaled 5,079 minutes, logging 13 goals and 12 assists, including five goals and four assists in postseason play. Troccoli helped the Gators win two SEC Tournament championships and one SEC Regular Season title.
Originally from Troy, Michigan, Troccoli was named a 2014 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Regional High School All-American. From 2008-12, Trocolli was a member of the Michigan Olympic Development Program (ODP) and was part of the 2012 ODP Region II Championship team.
About Carolina Ascent FC:
Carolina Ascent FC is one of the eight initial teams of the USL Super League, a new Division One professional women’s soccer league set to kick off in August 2024. Carolina Ascent is reaching new heights for women’s soccer. Step by step the club will take strides to grow the women’s game, elevate the community and support a more sustainable future for the residents of the Carolinas. The team will play all home games at the historic American Legion Memorial Stadium. To join the climb and receive information on club news, season tickets and more, visit carolinaascent.com.
