Dean Pelekanos

Dean Pelekanos (born 5 January 2001) is an Australian semi-professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for National Premier Leagues NSW club Rockdale Ilinden.

Early life
Pelekanos was born in Sydney and raised in Glenwood, New South Wales. He piqued interest in football at the age of three and became a foundation member of Western Sydney Wanderers when he was eleven. Pelekanos attended Parklea Public School before being enrolled at Hills Sports High School, where he also played rugby league. Outside of football, Pelekanos is a music enthusiasts and raps in his free time.

Career
Pelekanos began his football career, initially as a centre back, with Blacktown City in their under-12s and progressed through their youth ranks until his departure from the under-17s. He joined Western Sydney Wanderers Youth in 2019, where he was named captain in their National Premier Leagues squad.

After helping the Wanderers to promotion from NSW League Two, Pelekanos signed for newly-promoted St George City prior to the 2023 season.