Conor McGlynn
Conor McGlynn (born November 20, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder.[1] CareerYouth, college and amateurMcGlynn played for the New York-based BW Gottschee Academy from 2012 to 2016.[2] McGlynn spent all four years of his college soccer career at Siena College between 2016 and 2019, where he made 75 appearances, scored 7 goals and tallied 16 assists.[3] While at college, McGlynn also played soccer with USL League Two side FA Euro New York for three seasons over 2017, 2018 and 2019.[4][5][6][7] ProfessionalOn March 12, 2020, McGlynn joined USL Championship side Hartford Athletic ahead of their 2020 season.[8] He made his professional debut on July 17, 2020, starting against New York Red Bulls II.[9] He scored his first professional goal on October 5 against New York Red Bulls II and his goal was No. 5 on ESPNs SportsCenter highlights.[10] On December 9, 2020, Hartford announced that McGlynn would return for the 2021 season.[11] McGlynn was again featured on SportCenter when on June 5 he launched a ball over the New York Red Bull II goalkeepers head from deep inside his own half to put Hartford up 5–0 in the 59th minute.[12] On November 8, 2023, McGlynn was announced as the second-ever signing for Rhode Island FC ahead of their inaugural 2024 season.[13] He was released by Rhode Island following the 2024 season.[14] PersonalConor's younger brother is Jack McGlynn, who also plays professional soccer for Philadelphia Union in MLS.[3][8] The two faced off twice during the 2020 season. In their first game against each other on July 25, Hartford won 3–2.[15] In their second meeting Jack scored a tying goal at the 76th minute to allow Philadelphia Union II to draw after an 88th-minute goal from Conor was waived off due to a yellow card on Hartford defender Sam Strong.[16] References
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