Liam Stratton
NAIA – Marian University
Indiana
From: Sydney, NSW
Athletic Scholarship – NAIA
The Journey
Liam Stratton’s story at Marian University in Indianapolis, Indiana is a testament to the NAIA pathway and what it offers Australian footballers – competitive college soccer, quality education, and a life-changing experience in the US heartland. Growing up in Sydney, NSW, Liam was placed by Upper 90 College at Marian University – a respected NAIA program in Indianapolis. He competed for the Marian Knights across four seasons from 2014 to 2017, progressing from freshman to senior across his college career. As a midfielder for the Knights, Liam was a consistent presence in the squad, developing his game in the competitive NAIA environment. His career at Marian University spanned some of the program’s most competitive NAIA seasons, providing him with the combination of elite athletics and quality education that defines the Upper 90 pathway. Liam’s story is representative of the thousands of Australian footballers who have found their perfect college fit through Upper 90 – not just at the D1 level, but at every tier of US college soccer.
Challenges Overcome
Committing to a four-year NAIA program in Indianapolis as a young Australian required enormous trust and adaptability. Developing across all four years as a midfielder at Marian demonstrated Liam’s long-term commitment to his college journey.
Achievements
4-year NAIA student-athlete at Marian University, Indianapolis (2014-2017). Competed for Marian Knights through freshman to senior seasons. Upper 90 College alumni.
"Indianapolis and Marian gave me an experience I’ll carry forever. The NAIA pathway is real and it’s exciting."
— Liam Stratton
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