Player Profile
Introduction
Full Name: Dion Kemp
Preferred Position: Centre Back (CB) / Full Back (FB)
Started Playing for Stretford Paddock FC: Returned this year after 2 years away playing for another club.
Previous Clubs: Altrincham, Macclesfield Town, Baguley Athletic
Personal Football Journey
My journey in football began at the grassroots level, playing for local teams. I then moved into teams such as Ashton United and Wythenshawe Town first teams at a teenage level. After a successful season at Ashton, I got a move to Macclesfield Town where I was the U21 captain and won both Players’ Player and Manager’s Player awards. I had the opportunity to feature in the first team on two occasions. Following this, I moved to Altrincham, where I ruptured my Achilles, which stopped me from playing 11v11 football for a year. After my recovery, I played for Chadderton, then Wythenshawe Amateurs before joining Paddock.
Significant Moments
One of the most significant moments in my career was getting the opportunity to feature for Macclesfield Town’s first team and training with them on a full-time basis.
Role at Stretford Paddock FC
I see myself as a utility player along the back line as I can play in any of those positions. My goal is to help find the best, most balanced team and eventually settle into a permanent position. I’m a very loud character, so I will always speak my mind while also taking advice and criticism on board. I am always looking to help my teammates and the club.
Personal Interests and Aspirations
Within football, I aspire to be part of a team that I can help progress into higher leagues while playing as much as possible. Personally, I want to play at the highest level I can achieve.
Message to Supporters
I am looking forward to playing for Paddock this season. We have a great group of core players and tactics/phases of play that I can get behind. Thank you for your support and I can’t wait to make you proud on the pitch.
