Lachlan McLean (born 28 March 1996) is an Australian former soccer player who played as a forward.[1]
Career
College
McLean began his collegiate career in 2016, moving to the United States to pursue a professional career after failing to secure a spot with an A-League team.[2] He attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and played for four years with the men's soccer program, earning Missouri Valley Conference All-Freshman team honours in his first season and Academic All-Mid-American Conference honours in his senior year.[3]
Greenville Triumph
In February 2020 McLean was signed by the Greenville Triumph of USL League One, alongside defenders Cesar Murillo and Trevor Swartz.[4] He made his debut for the club on 18 July 2020, coming on as an 83rd-minute substitute for Noah Pilato in a 2–0 victory over Fort Lauderdale CF.[5]
Northern Colorado Hailstorm
On 17 December 2021 it was announced that McLean would join USL League One side Northern Colorado Hailstorm ahead of their inaugural season.[6] Following the 2022 season, Northern Colorado declined his contract option.[7] On 14 January 2023, McLean announced his retirement from professional soccer.
References
- ^ "Australia – L. McLean – Profile with news, career statistics and history – Soccerway". int.soccerway.com. Retrieved 18 July 2020.
- ^ Watson-Fisher, Jadyn (23 July 2022). "Northern Colorado FC's first signees enjoying their time in the state, with the club". Greeley Tribune. Retrieved 14 January 2023.
- ^ "Lachlan McLean – 2019 – Men's Soccer – SIUE". SIUE Athletics. Retrieved 14 January 2023.
- ^ "Lachlan McLean Highlights latest Group of Triumph Additions". uslleagueone.com. 26 February 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2020.
- ^ "Fort Lauderdale vs. Greenville Triumph – 19 July 2020 – Soccerway". int.soccerway.com. Retrieved 18 July 2020.
- ^ "Hailstorm FC Signs Standout Forward Lachlan McLean". 17 December 2021.
- ^ "Hailstorm Announce Six Player's Options Not Exercised".
External links
- Lachlan McLean at SIUE Athletics
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