CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Charlotte Independence today announced goalkeeper Drew Romig will join the club's 2025 roster, pending league and federation approval.

"We are excited to add Drew to our goalkeeping corps. Drew is an ambitious, young goalkeeper with strong experience in both the Championship and League One," shared Charlotte Head Coach Mike Jeffries. "Most importantly, his technical abilities fit with our style of play and he is a quality character and positive locker room influence."

Romig made 18 appearances across all competitions for South Georgia a season ago. Prior to joining South Georgia, Romig spent two seasons with USL Championship side Memphis 901 FC, recording six clean sheets and making 25 appearances. He made his professional debut in the USL Championship with the Richmond Kickers in 2015.

"I'm beyond excited to join Charlotte Independence this year. It's a privilege to be part of this incredible organization, and I'm ready for the challenge of contributing to the team's success this season," expressed Romig. "I can't wait to meet all the amazing fans, call the great city of Charlotte home, and help bring a championship to this community. I'm looking forward to competing every day in training, meeting my teammates, and getting to work!"

In the summer of 2021, Romig joined South Georgia Tormenta FC 2 in the USL League Two. Romig had a sterling record of 12-1-2 with seven clean sheets, earning USL League Two All-League Team of the Year and Southern Conference Team of the Year honors. He was named the 2021 USL League Two Goalkeeper of the Year. Romig also spent time in League Two with Wilmington Hammerheads FC (2017) and San Francisco City FC (2018).

Romig started his college career at the University of North Carolina between 2016-19. Romig appeared in eight matches as a Tar Heel, including two ACC Championships and NCAA College Cup appearances.

Romig finished his college career at Belmont University, winning a combined 18 games during the 2020 and 2021 seasons. Romig earned SoCon All-Tournament Team honors twice and made the NCAA D1 Men’s South All-Region First Team. In 2021, Romig won SoCon Defensive Player of the month twice.