HUNTSVILLE — Leading goal-scorer Alan Carleton will be back for his second year in blue,
Huntsville City Football Club announced.
Carleton’s re-signing was one of several roster updates HCFC made as they prepare for next season, following this season’s first playoff appearance and win.
Among the moves, Huntsville City declined its option on Christian Koffi. The speedy forward was second on the team with 10 goals and 5 assists in 18 matches.
“As we close out the 2025 season, we’ve made the decision to part ways with several players who played an important role in our success this year, including helping us earn the first playoff berth and win in club history,” said Director of Soccer Operations Alec Dufty. “We’re grateful for their effort and commitment to the club and wish them the best in the next step of their careers.”
The club exercised its 2026 contract option for Carleton who scored 12 goals and added 6 in 23 games.
Huntsville now has has six players under contract for 2026 – Carleton, Zach Barrett, Alioune Ka, Gunnar Studenhofft, Kessy Coulibaly, and Patrick Amarh.
Loan agreements for Moises Veliz and Damien Barker John expired and midfielder Phillip Mayaka is out of contract following the conclusion of the season, HCFC said.
The club declined 2026 contract options for Koffi, Kevin Carmichael, Blake Bowen, Tyshawn Rose, Pep Casas, Bryce Boneau, Ethan O’Brien, Gio Miglietti, Real Gill, and goalkeeper Erik Lauta.
“As we look ahead, our focus is on building upon this season’s success and establishing Huntsville City FC as a perennial contender in MLS NEXT Pro,” Dufty said.
