CLTFC Adds Trio Through MLS SuperDraft

CHARLOTTE, NC (Friday, December 20, 2024) – Charlotte FC bolstered its roster for the 2025 season by selecting three promising players during the MLS SuperDraft.

The Club traded its original 17th overall pick and $100,000 in General Allocation Money to San Diego FC in exchange for the ninth overall selection, which it used to draft Mikah Thomas, a defender from the University of Connecticut.

In the second round, Charlotte chose Andrew Johnson, a defender from Cornell University, with the 47th overall pick.

To complete their selections, Charlotte secured Barzee Blama, a forward from Mercer University, in the third round (77th overall).

Player Profile

Mikah Thomas

• College: University of Connecticut
• Selection: Round 1, Pick 9 (#9 Overall)
• Position: Defender
• Height: 6’2”
• Hometown: Ponte Vedra, Florida
• Birthdate: 2/21/2005 (19 years old)
• Bio:
  Thomas spent two seasons with the UConn Huskies, featuring in 26 matches and contributing four goal involvements. A product of the MLS NEXT Jacksonville Armada U23 program, Thomas is expected to bring strength and versatility to the left-back position.

Andrew Johnson

• College: Cornell University
• Selection: Round 2, Pick 17 (#47 Overall)
• Position: Defender
• Height: 6’2”
• Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Birthdate: 2/3/2004 (20 years old)
• Bio:
  Johnson earned All-Ivy honors in 2022 and 2024 during his standout collegiate career. He started all 50 matches at Cornell, scoring two game-winning goals. Before college, Johnson developed at the Philadelphia Union Academy and MLS NEXT side FC Delco Academy, showcasing a strong foundation in defensive skills.

Barzee Blama

• College: Mercer University
• Selection: Round 3, Pick 17 (#77 Overall)
• Position: Forward
• Height: 6’1”
• Hometown: Snellville, Georgia
• Birthdate: 3/25/2005 (19 years old)
• Bio:
  Blama excelled during his two seasons at Mercer, scoring 13 goals and earning three assists across 39 matches. His accolades include the 2023 SoCon Freshman of the Year and a spot on College Soccer News’ 2023 All-Freshman First Team. Known for his dynamic attacking play, Blama adds depth to Charlotte’s forward line.

Charlotte FC is optimistic about the potential of these young talents as they integrate into the squad ahead of the 2025 campaign.