Charlotte 49ers compete in the American Athletic Conference, representing the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Playing at Jerry Richardson Stadium, the 49ers have built an FBS program from scratch, establishing football in 2013 and rapidly ascending to conference competition. Charlotte's quick rise reflects the Charlotte region's football passion and the university's commitment to building competitive athletics. The program emphasizes recruiting throughout North Carolina and the Southeast, attracting talent to the state's largest city. Under their coaching staff, the 49ers work to establish themselves within AAC competition while building program traditions. Charlotte's green and white colors represent distinctive branding within the conference. The program's growth has created excitement on campus and throughout the Charlotte region, where the 49ers aim to become the city's college football team. The 49ers' participation in FBS football reflects the university's evolution as a comprehensive research institution. Charlotte football represents ambition and growth, building program culture while competing in the AAC and establishing traditions that will define the program for generations.