Madison Tiernan


Madison Tiernan is an American soccer midfielder who plays for Sky Blue FC of National Women's Soccer League.

Early life and collegiate career

Tiernan attended the Eastern Regional High School, earning several accolades during her period there. She was nominated twice All-American, All-State selection in 2009–2012, three-time Regional All-American and four-time Top 20 All-State selection. Tiernan was also named SJSCA Offensive Player of the Year, NSCAA NJ Girls' Soccer Player of the Year and was ranked No. 1 Girls Soccer Player in New Jersey and Region 1.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights, 2013–2016

Tiernan attended Rutgers University from 2013 to 2016. She played 88 matches for the Scarlet Knights, scoring 25 goals and notching 16 assists. Tiernan won several honours at college, including being named South Jersey Soccer Coaches Association College Player of the Year. She was also named to the American Athletic Second Team All-Conference squad, All-Rookie Team and American Athletic Championships All-Tournament Team.

Club career

On January 12, 2017, Tiernan became the 24th overall pick in the 2017 NWSL College Draft, when she was chosen by Sky Blue FC. On April 23, she debuted for the SBFC, replacing Leah Galton in the 71st minute of the match against Boston Breakers. On May 27, Madison was part of the starting XI for the SBFC for the first time at Yurcak Field, same field where she started her college career. Tiernan was replaced at the 75th minute by Leah Galton.