Club News

Ayanna Hamler named March Athlete of the Month

March 31, 2026
Ayanna Hamler has been selected as the Chattanooga FC Youth March Athlete of the Month!

Levi Stone named February Athlete of the Month

By Chattanooga FC Communications • March 12, 2026
"His work ethic sets the standard within the group"

Chattanooga FC announces full player pathway

December 10, 2025
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (May 13, 2025) — Chattanooga FC announced today its full player pathway for both its Boys' and Men's program and Girls' and Women's program for the 25-26 season. The club is committed and dedicated to providing a multitude of opportunities and appropriate levels of play for all young athletes in Chattanooga, North Georgia and the greater region. The pathways serve youth beginning at the U8 level all the way through college and professional levels. “One of the most transformative developments in our Academy is the strengthening and expansion of our player pathways,” said Chattanooga FC Sporting Director Sebastian Giraldo. “Our goal is to create a more inclusive and dynamic system—one that opens doors for a wider range of youth players, from grassroots participants to elite-level athletes. We’re building a club that meets players and families where they are. Giraldo added, “Flexibility is key—players can move between pathways as their development and ambitions evolve. The strength of our pathways will only continue to grow from here.” Chattanooga FC Athlete Pathways

Food City donates to CFC Youth Scholarship Fund

December 10, 2025
Food City donates $5,000 to CFC Academy Scholarship Fund to help grow and develop the game in the city.

Layton Williams named August Athlete of the Month

December 10, 2025
CFC Youth is delighted to highlight Layton Williams as our August Athlete of the Month.

Kaidence Shoelen named September Athlete of the Month

December 4, 2025
"She lives out the values of our club my making those around her better."

Sebastian Adasme named October Athlete of the Month

December 4, 2025
"He has put together several impressive performances lately but most importantly, he has demonstrated respect, discipline and commitment."

Rachel Baker named November Athlete of the Month

December 4, 2025
"Her consistency, determination and passion continue to elevate everyone around her."

Graham Kittle named CFC Youth April Athlete of the Month

We are delighted to highlight Graham Kittle as our April Athlete of the Month!


Kittle currently plays as a goalkeeper with the 2012 Boys Elite Team.


"Graham has played a key role during the season with the 2012B Elite in the Elite Academy League," said CFC Youth Senior Boys Program Director Emanuele Cocuzza. "Against strong competition, he performed consistently with key saves that kept our group competitive in many games. In addition to showing outstanding goalkeeper capabilities on the field, Graham demonstrated high performance leadership skills. He supported his teammates, stayed positive in difficult moments, and encouraged others around him to raise the standards while remaining constructive. His impact as a person in the group goes beyond his technical qualities, and the coaching staff was proud to see Graham grow in the year as a person and as an athlete."


"Graham did a fundraiser for the Children's Advocacy Center in Fort Oglethorpe in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month for the month of April," said Kittle's mother, Holly. "He donated $1 per save in his tournament in Gatlinburg last weekend (April 18/19) and asked friends to match his donation. He had 33 saves in 3 games and raised a little over $825. The Children's Advocacy Center is a local non profit that provides FREE services to child abuse survivors.


"Graham is in eighth grade at Boyd Buchanan School. He is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and was voted President of the NJHS by his classmates where he has served the last year. Graham has received the social studies award the last two years and last year he was voted Buc of the Year, which is an award that goes to the student for outstanding examples of leadership, character, and heart, while demonstrating excellence in every area of school life.


"Graham has been team captain for his school soccer team as well as his CFC team. He has been a volunteer at the Chattanooga Zoo and The Children's Advocacy Center in Fort Oglethorpe. 


"Last year Graham competed in Keeper Wars, a tournament designed specifically for goalkeepers and he qualified for Keeper Wars Nationals where only 230 Goalkeepers earned a spot, out of thousands."


Everyone at Chattanooga Football Club celebrates Graham and the outstanding example he sets on and off the field.