Born June 24, 2005, in Markham, Ontario, Charlotte Mary Odette Phillips grew up with a rich multicultural identity—Bahamian from her father and Palestinian from her mother. Proud of her heritage, she carries her grandparents’ legacy on the field; both were directly impacted by the Nakba, a pivotal event in Palestinian history .
Club & University Career
Collegiate Career – York Lions
In January 2023, Charlotte committed to the York Lions, York University’s women’s soccer team in Canada . Over two seasons:
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2023 (Rookie Season): Featured in 10 games, with 7 starts. She recorded 24 saves, posted a .750 save percentage, and achieved a 1.34 goals-against average (GAA) .
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2024 Season: Started 8 regular-season games plus all three playoff matches. She added 26 saves, three clean sheets, and finished the season with a .743 save percentage and 1.20 GAA—placing her 11th in the OUA for GAA .
Her performances reflect consistent development and dependable presence between the posts.
International Career with Palestine
Eligibility & Debut
A dual-national with Canadian, Bahamian, and Palestinian citizenship, Charlotte chose to represent Palestine. In March 2023, she earned her first call-up to the Palestine U-20 team for the AFC U‑20 Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers . By May 2023, she was promoted to the senior national squad for friendlies against Saudi Arabia .
WAFF Championship 2024
In February 2024, Charlotte was selected for the final squad at the WAFF Women’s Championship, starting and contributing to two clean sheets against Iraq and Syria—helping Palestine reach the semifinals .
Playing Style & Impact
Charlotte combines:
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Shot-stopping ability, resilience, and composure under pressure.
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Strong communication, especially in high-stakes regional tournaments.
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Emotional commitment tied to her family history, bringing both pride and responsibility each time she represents Palestine .
Her journey underscores the power of football to connect identity, healing, and representation.
Off-Pitch Leadership
In the Community
An interview described by Her Football Hub and OneFootball highlights Charlotte’s emotional strength and leadership. She emphasized bringing Palestinian pride through sport, balancing personal identity with her global upbringing
Coaching Role
In April 2025, she was appointed Girls’ Director at IFA New England, reflecting her growing influence off the pitch and dedication to developing young female footballers
Achievements & Career Snapshot
| Achievement | Detail |
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| University Success | .750 (2023) and .743 (2024) save pct with York Lions; multiple clean sheets |
| International Caps | 2 matches at U-20 level; 11 senior caps by Nov 2024 |
| Tournament Success | Strong performances and clean sheets in 2024 WAFF Championship |
| Off-Field Role | Appointed Girls’ Director, IFA New England, demonstrating leadership |
Future Outlook
At just 19–20 years of age, Charlotte Phillips is balancing growth on the field with leadership ambitions off it. She aims to:
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Maintain her form and position with the York Lions.
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Continue her rise with Palestine through upcoming qualifiers and tournaments.
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Develop her coaching and mentorship expertise to support future generations.
Conclusion
Charlotte Phillips is more than just a goalkeeper. She represents the pride of her multicultural roots, standing at the intersection of football, heritage, and community. With strong college stats, growing international experience, and a budding leadership role off the field, she’s a rising star making remarkable strides—for her sport, her heritage, and the many young athletes she inspires.
