Evan Milward

Evan Milward (born December 22, 1984 in Arnprior, Ontario) is a former Canadian soccer player who played in the Canadian Soccer League and the USL First Division.

Career

Milward began playing soccer at the college level for the Toronto Varsity Blues, and was named to the 2nd All-Canadian team in 2006. During his tenure at Toronto he completed a degree in Fine Art and History. In 2006 he began his professional career by signing with Italia Shooters of the Canadian Soccer League. He made his debut for the club on May 19, 2006 in a match against Serbian White Eagles. For the 2007 season he was transferred to division rivals the Canadian Lions, where he registered 15 goals making him the clubs leading scorer.He helped the Scarborough side clinch a postseason berth by finishing fourth in the International Division. Another notable achievement was his selection for the Locust CSL All Star match.

After unsuccessful trial with Swansea City F.C. he went abroad to the United States to sign with the Rochester Rhinos of the USL First Division. During his tenure with Rochester he played in 13 matches. In 2008, he returned to the CSL to sign with the Serbian White Eagles and made his debut on May 22, 2009 against Portugal FC.