Cody Carlson is entering his fourth year at the helm of Redlands Football Club, a USL League Two side that calls the Inland Empire home. The manager’s deep roots in the region’s soccer network have become a recruiting advantage, drawing a fresh wave of local college talent to the squad.
Among the returnees is Cal State Fullerton sophomore Jose De La Torre, who will be back for a second season, while Carlson is expanding the pool of prospects as he looks to sharpen the team’s competitiveness.
Off the pitch, the club has secured a partnership with Stater Bros., the region’s largest grocer, and will showcase six home games at Dodge Stadium, beginning May 30 against San Diego City SC.
A Busy Summer for Inland Soccer
The offseason also brought news of Natalie Mitchell’s move to Racing Louisville FC in the National Women’s Soccer League, where the 2022 IE Varsity Girls Player of the Year will continue to rise. Meanwhile, Temecula FC captured the Raul Briones Cup after a dramatic shootout victory over Montclair Academy FC.
In broader soccer news, New York Red Bull forward Jorge Ruvalcaba found the net in a 1‑1 draw with New York City FC on May 16, and Ayden Bowers recently transitioned to an assistant general manager role with Los Angeles Force.
The momentum extends beyond club competition, as Prestige FC, based in Jurupa Valley, is set to compete in the Women’s Premier Soccer League this season, adding another layer of local talent development.