Joel Allwright
Joel Allwright | |
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| Born | March 4, 1988 Adelaide, Australia |
| Occupation | Professional soccer player |
| Years active | 2007– |
| Known for | Playing as a full-back or winger for Campbelltown City; representing Australia U17 |
Joel Allwright (born 4 March 1988) is an Australian professional soccer player currently featuring as a full-back or winger for Campbelltown City in the National Premier Leagues.
Originating from Adelaide, Allwright advanced through youth setups including the South Australian program, the Australian Institute of Sport, and Adelaide United’s youth team. His senior career commenced at Para Hills Knights competing in the South Australian Super League, before transferring to Adelaide City in 2012. In 2017, he secured a contract with the A-League side Newcastle Jets.
On the international stage, Allwright represented the Australian under-17 national team in 2005, participating in the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship.
Club
In 2007, Allwright underwent a trial period with Scottish club Dundee United.
He moved to Newcastle Jets from Adelaide City in January 2017, signing a mature-aged rookie deal that lasted through the remainder of the 2016–17 Newcastle Jets FC season. Allwright made his first appearance in an F3 Derby match against Central Coast Mariners on 26 February 2017, which ended in a draw. Following that season, he returned to play for Adelaide City.
Club
- National Premier Leagues South Australia Premiership: 2017
- FFSA Federation Cup: 2013, 2014
Country
- OFC U-17 Championship: 2005