Men’s Soccer: Obara Signs with Charlotte Independence

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Former James Madison midfielder Clay Obara has signed his first professional contract, inking a deal with the Charlotte Independence of the USL League One earlier this week. In his final season during 2023, the Virginia Beach, Va. native started in all 20 matches and scored six goals while assisting on four more for a total of 16 points and putting 24 of his 34 shots on goal. He helped lead the Dukes to an appearance in the NCAA Round of 16, as they knocked off Pitt and fourth-seeded Georgetown on the way. For his efforts, he was...