From Bessbrook, his granda Eddie is a former international.

"Another U16 player who is earning a good reputation at the club, Adam has great pace and work rate allied to a knack of scoring goals. Quiet and unassuming off the pitch, Adam can unlock defences with his excellent technical ability." Bryan McCarroll Youth Cup Final programme 2017

2 goals and the Man of the Match award in the Youth Cup Final 3-0 win against Ballinamallard in Dungannon on April 7, 2017.

"Adam is another graduate from the Academy. He is a pacy forward with intelligent movement and a great attitude that should see his continued development at Linfield." Steel and Sons cup final programme December 2017

Scored in Youth Cup final 2-0 win against Cliftonville at Windsor Park on May 7, 2018.

Unused sub for first team in final three Windsor Park games of 2017/18 season.

“Adam has had an excellent season scoring goals consistently at both youth and Swifts level. Scorer of two goals in last years youth cup final, Adam could be the man for the big occasion. Full under 19 international with a bright future.”Bryan McCarroll Youth Cup Final programme 2018