CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 3, 2024) – Carolina Ascent Football Club announced today the signing of midfielder Kathrynn González ahead of the 2024/25 USL Super League season, pending league and federation approval. 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.
González has been a crucial part of the Dominican Republic Women’s National Team’s recent success and just finished her first professional club season in Europe, playing with FC Thy-Thisted Q in the Danish top division.
“From day one, the technical staff and I could all see Kathrynn’s ability to influence play from attacking positions,” Head Coach Philip Poole explained. “She is a player who can dictate the tempo and rhythm of games. I watched Kathrynn several times for the Dominican Republic and was able to see the passion and energy she is capable of giving to our team. I am really looking forward to seeing Kathrynn represent our group this season.”
González made her international debut for the Dominican Republic in July 2021 in a friendly against Nicaragua. She made two appearances in 2022 CONCACAF Qualifying matches against Bermuda and Jamaica, scoring the team’s only goal against Jamaica.
“I am incredibly excited for this new journey with Carolina Ascent FC,” González shared. “To be in such a great city with amazing players and staff is a dream come true. I am so grateful to Coach Poole for the opportunity and can’t wait to get to work!”
In 2023, González scored three goals in four matches during the league stage of CONCACAF W Gold Cup Qualifying, leading the Dominican Republic to the qualification final. González scored the game-winning goal against Guyana in February 2024 to secure her country a spot in the first-ever CONCACAF W Gold Cup. She featured in all three group stage matches against the United States, Mexico, and Argentina.
A three-year member of the Marshall University women’s soccer team, González made 41 starts in 43 appearances, scoring 12 goals and adding five assists. During her senior season, González was the Sun Belt Conference’s leader in shots (68) and shots per game (3.58) while also finishing eighth in the league with 17 points and ninth with seven goals.
Originally from Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania, González played soccer at Pocono Mountain West High School where she became the school’s women’s soccer all-time leading scorer.
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.
