Ian Antley (born March 22, 1995) is an American soccer player who plays as a defender.
Career Antley began his youth career with the Coweta Cannons, where he played with his brother, until their father moved them to the Peachtree City Lazers following a bad loss to the club. They later played for Concorde Fire in Atlanta before starring at East Coweta High School, where Ian led the soccer team in scoring as a senior.
College Antley attended Mercer University between 2013 and 2016, making 53 appearances for the Bears, scoring three goals and tallying eight assists.
USL PDL Following college, Antley spent time in the USL PDL with both Seattle Sounders FC U-23's and Birmingham Hammers. He then left the sport to pursue a career in sales.
Richmond Kickers On January 17, 2020, he joined USL League One side Richmond Kickers, returning to the sport after watching his brother begin his pro career. In the first game of the 2021 season, he suffered ACL and meniscus tears.
South Georgia Tormenta On February 4, 2022, Antley signed with USL League One club South Georgia Tormenta.
Tampa Bay Rowdies On July 15, 2022, Antley signed a 25-day contract with the Tampa Bay Rowdies in USL Championship, joining his brother Conner. He was then signed for the remainder of the season. Antley was released by Tampa following their 2022 season.
Coaching career Antley served as a graduate assistant at Mercer in 2017, during his brother's redshirt senior season.
Personal Ian's twin brother is fellow professional soccer player Conner Antley.
References
External links