Grant Hutchinson

Grant Hutchinson (born 11 November 1989) is a Northern Irish footballer who plays as a Central Midfielder for Danske Bank Premiership side Dungannon Swifts F.C.
Career
A central, creative midfielder, Hutchinson is known for possessing excellent vision and awareness. His style of play allows him to get the better of his opposition in the majority of one on one situations and control the tempo of the match when in possession. He is known to possess a fantastic first touch and ability to receive and control the ball in tight spaces. These attributes coupled with a superior range of passing have seen him recognised locally in Northern Ireland as one of the best young midfielders in the Danske Bank Premier League.
Hutchinson started his career at Ballinamallard United F.C., progressing through the club's youth system before breaking into the first-team during the 2005 season. During this time he won the Harry Cavan Youth Cup, receiving the Man of the Match award in the final, despite being 3 years younger than any of his teammates. Following on from this success he was selected to represent the Fermanagh County Squad at the elite international tournament the Milk Cup from 2005-2007.
Hutchinson was called up to represent his country internationally at youth level.

He then joined Carrick Rangers F.C. in 2011. Shortly after joining Hutchinson was named club captain at the age of 21. He spent one season at the club before joining Danske Bank Premier League regulars Dungannon Swifts F.C..
Hutchinson has been a regular starter for Dungannon in the Danske Bank Premiership since joining the club. At the end of the 2013-14 season Hutchinson was honoured with both Players and Fans Player of the Season awards.
 
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