SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Following an outstanding 2022 season with Spring Arbor University, Nathan Ntalu has signed to play professionally with North Carolina FC, a member of the USL League One.

Ntalu made an immediate impact in his first year with the Cougars. The French forward started 18 of 20 matches and tallied a team-best 11 goals, including three game-winners, while adding two assists.

Ntalu was named to the All-Crossroads League First Team, recognized as the Crossroads League Newcomer of the Year and earned NAIA All-American Honorable Mention honors.
 
In addition to his time with the Cougars, Ntalu spent the summer of 2022 playing with Lansing City of USL League Two, appearing in six games with two goals and one assist. He also has experience in the Northern Premier League in England, and he played in France at Fives Osc a local club, until the age of 17, when he made the switch to the semi pro level. He appeared with Ashton United Football Club in Manchester England in the 2021-22 season.
 
North Carolina FC is a professional soccer team based in Cary, North Carolina founded in 2006. USL League One serves as the third-highest tier in the United States' pro soccer landscape. Major League Soccer (MLS) is the highest tier, followed by USL Championship.