Charlotte McLean

She played every single minute for Sydney FC until March 2023, when a freak injury (fractured cheekbone) forced her to miss time.

She was named Sydney FC's Player of the Year for the 2023–24 season after leading the league’s best defense to 12 clean sheets.

She won five trophies in four seasons with Sydney FC, including three Premierships and two Championships.

She didn’t follow the usual youth academy route, instead earning her spot at Sydney FC after being noticed at an invitation training session.

She has openly shared her past struggles with self-confidence.

She has a Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Sydney Business School.

She grew up across the street from Sydney FC’s training ground, making her journey with the club a full-circle moment.

She dreams of playing in the English Women’s Super League (WSL) and representing Australia in the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

She grew up admiring NWSL players who came to the A-League and considered them "rock stars", making her own move to the league surreal.