(A-Leagues)
Newy 87.8 FM – Newcastle Jets have handed academy striker Jake Goodwin his first scholarship contract with the club.
The 19-year-old scored 15 goals in 25 games for the Youth Team, earning an opportunity with the A-League Men squad.
Goodwin first joined the Jets' academy as an Under-9 player and remained until Under-11 level before returning to the club in 2022, when he joined the Under-15s.
The hometown product said he was grateful to sign his first contract with the club.
"Coming off the great season the Club had last year, it is exciting to be a part of the first team and to have the opportunity to play in the A-League and Asian Champions league," Goodwin said.
Newcastle Jets General Manager of Football Nigel Boogaard said Goodwin had earned the opportunity through his performances and work on the training pitch.
"Jake has spent a number of years developing in the Club's academy, and we are pleased to see him earn his first professional contract," Boogaard said.
"He has impressed the coaching staff with his effort and performances in training, and has thus been rewarded with the opportunity to continue his development within our A-League squad."
Goodwin could be in line to feature for the Jets this weekend when they host Macarthur Bulls at home in Matchweek 2 of the A-League Men.
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