Dylan Avery Holmes (born 22 March 1997) is an Australian professional women's

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who plays as a

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for

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in the

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Early life and education

Holmes was born to English and American parents in

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, Brazil. Throughout her childhood, Holmes spent time living in northern California,

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and

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. In 2007, Holmes moved to

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. She attended Scotch College and graduated in 2014 after doing well academically and being captain in her final year. Her home town is Heathfield, in the Adelaide Hills.

Club career

Adelaide United (2018–2021)

Holmes returned to

for the first time since the 2014 W-League season where as she played only seven games. She played her first game for the season in a 0–0 against

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Adelaide City (2019–2021)

In February 2019, Holmes returned to

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ahead of the 2019 WNPL (Women's National Premier Leagues) season.

BK Häcken (2021)

Holmes joined Swedish reigning champions Häcken ahead of the 2021 season, viewing the move as an opportunity "to play European football at a very high level".

Adelaide United (2021–)

In December 2021, after making 15 appearances in all competitions for Häcken, Holmes returned to Australia, re-joining

for the remainder of the 2021–22 A-League Women season.

International career

Holmes made her debut for the Australian national team on 13 April 2021, playing the second half of a 5–0 loss to the

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in a friendly.

Style of play

Holmes is known for her composure on the ball and ability to control the tempo of games.

References

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* * * 1997 births Living people Adelaide United FC (A-League Women) players BK Häcken FF players A-League Women players Women's association football defenders Women's association football midfielders Australian women's soccer players Footballers from São Paulo Soccer players from Adelaide People of Brazilian descent {{Australia-footy-defender-stub