Central Coast Mariners have announced the double-signing of twin brothers Alexi and James Houridis, on one-year scholarship deals ahead of the 2025/26 Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s season.
Alexi, a creative number 10 with an eye for goal and James, a technical, controlled number six, bolster the Mariners’ midfield options with the season opener against Newcastle Jets now just over a month away.
The brotherly duo have played their recent football together at Melbourne Victory, gaining valuable experience in the challenging NPL Victoria competition.
The 17-year-olds helped Victoria U15s to the Nationals title in 2023, with Alexi named player of the tournament.
Both have also represented Australia with the Joeys, going to two camps and winning the ASEAN U16 Boys Championship in Indonesia in 2024, alongside young Mariners duo Haine Eames and Jai Ajanovic.
2024 also saw Alexi and James given the opportunity to trial with German giants Bayern Munich.
James said he wanted to work hard, keep improving his craft, give everything to the club and the Mariners supporters, and help the team achieve something special.
Alexi said the signing was a big deal for the entire family.
“My goals for this season my goals are to make my A-League debut, keep developing by learning from the coaches and players around me, and give 100% every time I step on the pitch to help the team succeed,” he said.
“With that, hopefully we can push towards the top of the table, but right now we are fully focussed on our huge first round fixture.”
The Mariners take on Newcastle Jets in an opening Round F3 Derby on October 19.
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