George Stanger

George William Stanger (born 15 August 2000) is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Scottish club Hamilton Academical.

Born in Scotland, Stanger has represented New Zealand at under-20 level.

Club Career

Stanger began his career with Stirling Albion, joining Hamilton Academical in January 2018 before being loaned back to Stirling Albion for the rest of the season, making his senior debut in Scottish League Two. During the 2018–19 campaign he played for Hamilton's youth teams, including in the Scottish Challenge Cup and the UEFA Youth League.

In the summer 2019 transfer window, he was linked with a move away from Hamilton. He made his first professional-level start for the club in the Scottish Premiership on 24 August, a 3–1 home defeat to Motherwell in the Lanarkshire derby.

In September 2019 he moved on loan to East Kilbride. In January 2020 he moved on loan to Forfar Athletic.