Jake Barker-Daish
Jake Barker-Daish | |
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| Born | May 7, 1993 Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Retired soccer player, podcaster |
| Years active | 2011–2017 |
| Known for | Soccer midfielder, Australian Institute of Sport Player of the Year 2010–11 |
Jake Barker-Daish (born 7 May 1993) is a retired Australian soccer player who most recently played as a midfielder for Moreland Zebras. He has represented Australia at youth levels and competed in the A-League with both Gold Coast United and Adelaide United. During the 2010–11 season, Barker-Daish was honored with the Australian Institute of Sport Player of the Year award.
After an injury forced him to end his playing career, Barker-Daish launched The Unlaced Podcast, a platform where he engages in conversations with professional athletes and public figures.
Early development
At 15 years old, Barker-Daish was chosen to join the Australian Institute of Sport program.
Gold Coast United
Barker-Daish signed with Gold Coast United in 2011, making his professional debut in the 2011–12 A-League season on 17 February 2012 against Melbourne Heart. He appeared in seven matches and provided three assists during his first two starting appearances.
Adelaide United
On 6 April 2012, Barker-Daish secured a contract with Adelaide United in the A-League. Over two seasons hampered by injuries, he featured in 19 games and scored twice.
Colne
Following his departure from Adelaide United, Barker-Daish signed a short-term deal with Colne F.C., competing in the North West Counties Football League. He made two league appearances and earned man of the match accolades in the Men United Cup by netting the decisive goal against Silsden F.C..
National Premier Leagues Victoria
In February 2015, Barker-Daish joined South Melbourne competing in the NPL Victoria. The following year, he transferred to newly promoted side Richmond SC. Despite scoring nine goals and being named Richmond’s Most Valuable Player, the club was relegated after losing the promotion-relegation playoff to North Geelong Warriors.
For the 2017 season, Barker-Daish moved to Melbourne Knights, but a severe hip injury after round 3 prematurely ended his time on the pitch with them.
International career
Barker-Daish represented Australia at the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup held in Colombia.