Bryce Brandon

Queen City Mutiny (MLS NEXT)

5’ 11 1/2” | 155 lbs | GPA 3.8

Primary Position: Center Back
Secondary Position: Right Back
Dominant Foot: Right

Athletic Snapshot
• Explosive, athletic center back with elite recovery speed
• Strong 1 v 1 defender with the speed to defend effectively in space
• Strong in aerial challenges and defensive duels
• Comfortable defending both centrally and in wide areas
• Experienced at both center back and right back at the MLS NEXT Academy Level

Highlight Video - Bryce Brandon | Center Back /Right Back | 2028

Full Match Film & Additional Game Footage:

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Soccer Profile

  • Athletic MLS NEXT right center back who combines elite recovery speed, strong 1v1 defending ability, and the versatility to also play right back

  • Comfortable building out of the back under pressure with accurate short and long distribution, while consistently contributing in transition and possession phases.

  • Reads the game well, anticipates danger early, and uses his speed to defend space behind the back line and cover in transition

  • Strong in defensive duels and in the air, with the athleticism to defend both central and wide areas

  • Brings MLS NEXT Academy experience, positional versatility, and a competitive mentality to the back line

Competitive Background

  • Queen City Mutiny (MLS NEXT) | 2026 - Present

  • Charlotte FC MLS Academy (MLS NEXT) | Academy Contract July 2024 - June 2026

  • NC ODP Program | 2021-2024

  • ODP South Regional Team Selection | 2022-2024

  • 6 U.S Soccer Talent ID Centers | 2024-2025

Upcoming MLS NEXT Events

Upcoming MLS NEXT showcases and league events will be updated as schedules become available

Academics

International Virtual Learning Academy – Henderson, NV
Class of 2028

GPA: 3.8 (10th Grade) while competing at the MLS NEXT Academy level.

Intended Major: Business Management or Computer Science

Contact

Bryce Brandon | 2028 | Center Back / Right Back
Queen City Mutiny (MLS NEXT)

BryceBrandonSoccer@gmail.com
Ken@KenBrandon.com
Player Phone: 910-548-5059

Club Coach: Asier Gonzalez
Queen City Mutiny (MLS NEXT)
Email: agonzalez@qcmutiny.com

Coaching References: Torrey Stricklin Former Charlotte FC MLS Academy U-16 Coach Email: torrey@glaciersurfsoccer.com‍ ‍ Phone: (401) 699 - 3319