CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Charlotte Independence announced on Tuesday the signing of midfielder Callum Ross, who becomes the club’s first rookie addition to the squad this offseason. The signing is pending league and federation approval.

Ross arrives in Charlotte after helping Wingate University claim the NCAA Division II National Championship this past fall. A 2016 All-South Atlantic Conference First Team selection, Ross netted 15 goals and recorded eight assists over his past two seasons with the Bulldogs as he helped the side win its first national title.

“It was massive,” said Ross of the championship. “It’s something I’ll never forget. I’m very appreciative of my coaches and teammates that were a part of that team.”