Charleston Battery's Head Coach Ben Pirmann has been named USL Championship Coach of the Week, while midfielder Emilio Ycaza earned a spot on the Team of the Week for Week 14/15. These honors follow an impressive week where the Battery achieved a 2-2 draw against the Tampa Rowdies and a dominant 5-1 win over FC Tulsa. Pirmann’s tactical adjustments were pivotal, helping the team secure four points against tough opponents, and Ycaza contributed notably with a goal and an assist against Tulsa.

By the Numbers
  • Charleston scored 5 goals against FC Tulsa, the most Tulsa has conceded in 2026.
  • Ycaza achieved 90.2% passing accuracy, winning 10 duels and making 9 recoveries.
Yes, But

The Battery's defensive capabilities will need further assessment as they prepare for future matches, especially against teams with strong offensive records.

State of Play
  • Charleston Battery has received 10 Team of the Week selections in 2026.
  • The next match is on June 20 against Sporting Club Jacksonville, followed by a home match on June 24.
What's Next

As the Battery look to build on their recent success, upcoming matches against Sporting Club Jacksonville and Loudoun United FC will be crucial in maintaining momentum and securing playoff positioning.

Bottom Line

Coach Pirmann and Ycaza's recognition highlights Charleston's promising season, but continued performance consistency will be key for playoff aspirations.