Luke Brooke-Smith (born 8 June 2008) is a New Zealand footballer who plays as a midfielder, winger, or forward for Wellington Phoenix.

Early life

Brooke-Smith was born on 8 June 2008 in Whangārei, New Zealand. Growing up, he was a competitive BMX rider.[1] A native of Northland region, New Zealand, he moved with his family to Cambridge, New Zealand at the age of eleven.[2]

Club career

As a youth player, Brooke-Smith joined the RH3 Football Academy, before starting his career with Cambridge in 2023. In 2024, he signed for Hamilton Wanderers. The same year, he signed for Wellington Phoenix, where, at the age of 16 years and 199 days, he became the youngest New Zealand player to play in the A-League Men.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Spill keeps champ from higher spot". New Zealand Herald. 8 July 2016. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  2. ^ "Luke Brooke-Smith – From BMX champion to football prodigy". Oceania Football Confederation. 12 August 2024. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
  3. ^ "Wellington Phoenix winger Luke Brooke-Smith becomes youngest New Zealander to play in A-League Men's football". Stuff. 26 December 2024. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
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