| Andy Dorman | ||
| Personal information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Andrew Dorman | |
| Date of birth | 1 May 1982 | |
| Place of birth | Chester, England | |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | |
| Playing position | Midfielder | |
| Club information | ||
| Current club | St Mirren | |
| Number | 8 | |
| Youth career | ||
| 2000–2003 | Boston University | |
| Senior career1 | ||
| Years | Club | App (Gls)* |
| 2004–2007 2007– |
New England Revolution St Mirren |
112 (17) 54 (13) |
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1 Senior club appearances and goals |
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Andrew "Andy" Dorman (born 1 May 1982 in Chester, England) is a English professional association football player who plays for St Mirren in the Scottish Premier League.
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Early life
Although he was born in England, Dorman grew up in Wales and identifies himself as Welsh. However, he is ineligible to play for the Wales national team as his family is English. He has expressed interest in either playing for the English national team, filing an appeal to FIFA in order to play for the Wales national team, or gaining American citizenship and playing for the United States, having lived there for over seven years.[1] Dorman had moved to America to attend Boston University, where he was named a two-time All-New England player.
Career
New England
Dorman was drafted 58th overall in the 2004 MLS SuperDraft out of Boston University by the New England Revolution, and succeeded in making the team's 2004 developmental roster. In his first season with the Revs, Dorman clocked only 365 minutes, but scored two goals and an assist in that time, evincing an attacking flair.
The 2006 season was truly a breakout year for Dorman, as he played in all 32 games for the Revs, scoring 6 goals and assisting on 10 others. During a season when many Revolution players missed time due to injury, suspension, or international duty, Dorman was forced to play many roles and positions. His diligence and creativity on the attack gained the attention and respect of many around the league, and he was named the 2006 "Man of the Year" by the Midnight Riders, the Revolution's independent supporters group.
St. Mirren
While Dorman wanted to re-sign with New England in MLS, contract negotiations fell through and so Dorman agreed to sign with Scottish Premier League outfit St Mirren[2] He made his debut during a league game on 19 January 2008, and provided an early assist in a 3–1 victory. Dorman then scored a winning goal in a Scottish Cup replay against Dundee United.
His performances for St Mirren has many other clubs watching including Rangers, Sheffield United and Bolton Wanderers.[citation needed] Dorman's contract with St. Mirren included a club option of an extra year, which was exercised in March 2009 after he was voted Scottish Premier League player of the month for February 2009. Reports are circulating that Rangers will make a £700,000 bid for Dorman during the 2009/10 season summer transfer window. The player is widely expected to leave The Buddies in June 2009.[3]
Honours
References
- ^ Dorman Interview YouTube
- ^ Dorman Wanted MLS Stay soccer365.com
- ^ Scottish News of the World, 18 April 2009, Rangers eye up Dorman
External links
- Andy Dorman career stats at Soccerbase
- Soccernet profile
- New England Revolution profile
- St. Mirren profile
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