Central Coast Mariners are excited to announce that 18-year-old talent Haine Eames has signed a new, long-term contract with the club.
The midfielder is heading into his third season with the club, after debuting in 2024 at just 16-years-old, breaking a number of records and announcing himself as one of the A-Leagues and Australia’s most talented young players.
Despite being just 18-years-old, Eames has already racked up 42 Mariners appearances, including five in the 2024/25 AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE), consistently displaying quality and composure way beyond his years.
His first season as a 16-year-old saw him break the Mariners records for the youngest player, starter and goalscorer in the Isuzu UT A-League, before also breaking the ACLE record for youngest captain when he wore the armband against Kawasaki Frontale.
Whilst with the Mariners, Eames has consistently been selected to represent Australia at various youth levels and most recently captained the U19s to success, lifting the ASEAN U-19 Boys’ 2026 Championship in Indonesia.
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s top young talents, Eames will now be staying on the Coast to further develop, after signing a four-year contract with the club.
“I’m happy to be staying with the Mariners. It’s a great club to play for, I love all the fans and I love everything about this club.” Eames said.
“The first two years have been amazing, I’ve been given the chance to play at such a young age. The records that I’ve broken just come with being able to play at this young age. I’m really grateful to the club for all the opportunities.
“This season, hopefully as a team we can accomplish something together. We are not going into the league just to participate, we are going to give it our best shot and try to win the league.
“Indivdually, I am just going to build on the last two years and have an even better season.”
Sporting Director Matt Simon added:
“Haine is an exceptional young player and we are delighted to have re-signed him on a long-term contract.”
“What he’s achieved already at just 18 years of age is outstanding, and we firmly believe that there is even more to come from him.
“He represents everything we value at the Mariners. He’s humble, hardworking, committed to improving every day and embraces the responsibility that comes with representing this football club.
“To retain a player of Haine’s quality is a big statement and a key part of what we’re building. We want to create an environment where talented young footballers can develop, enjoy their football and help drive success for the Mariners.
“We’re excited to continue supporting Haine’s development over the coming years and can’t wait to see what he can achieve in Mariners colours.”
Eames’ new deal follows the news of teammates Diesel Herrington and Storm Roux, who have also signed new deals with the club this week, with more exciting announcements to continue in the coming days.
