Mint Hill FC is taking its shot at the TST trophy this year, making its debut appearance with something to prove. Founded in 2022 and based just outside Charlotte, North Carolina, Mint Hill FC has quickly built a reputation as a competitive and ambitious club. The team competes in NPSL, one of the top pre-professional leagues in the United States and a proven pathway for rising talent. Competing in a league known for developing future pros has helped shape a squad that blends youth, athleticism, and high-level tactical structure. Now stepping into the fast-paced, high-pressure world of TST, Mint Hill FC brings organized team play combined with hunger. As a first-time participant, they have the advantage of being unpredictable and dangerous. Expect energy, discipline, and a group eager to announce itself on a national stage. With North Carolina already home to several strong contenders, Mint Hill FC has a real opportunity to keep the million-dollar prize and the TST trophy in-state. If their chemistry translates to the small-sided format, don’t be surprised to see them burst onto the scene and make a serious run.