Lawrence Olum
- Years with club: 2009 (Minnesota Thunder); 2019 (Minnesota United FC)
- Position: Defensive Midfielder / Centre-Back
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Acquisition: Signed with the Minnesota Thunder (USL) in March 2009; Signed with Minnesota United FC (MLS) on March 15, 2019
Lawrence Olum is a veteran Kenyan international whose career in American soccer has two distinct chapters with Minnesota clubs: an early stint with the Minnesota Thunder in 2009 and a later role with Minnesota United FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) in 2019. Known for his versatility, defensive solidity, and experience, Olum brought veteran leadership to the Loons’ midfield and backline.
Key stats with Minnesota United (MLS, 2019):
- MLS regular season appearances: 10 (5 starts)
- MLS goals: 0
- MLS assists: 1
- US Open Cup appearances: 2
- Total club appearances (all competitions): 12
- Total Minnesota appearances (Thunder + MNUFC): 40+ (including his 28 appearances for the Minnesota Thunder in 2009)
- Departure: Contract option was declined following the 2019 MLS season.
Memorable moments and honors (Overall Career):
- MLS Cup Winner: Olum was a member of the Sporting Kansas City squad that won the 2013 MLS Cup. He famously came on for an injured player in the final and played 112 minutes.
- Open Cup Champion: He won the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup with Sporting Kansas City in 2012.
- MLS Veteran: Olum played over 140 games across eight seasons in MLS for Sporting Kansas City, Portland Timbers, and Minnesota United, providing key defensive depth and leadership for several successful teams.
- International Career: He is a full international for the Kenya national team, having made his debut in 2014.
Where is he now?:
- After his contract was declined by Minnesota United, Olum signed with The Miami FC in the USL Championship for the 2020 season, making one appearance.
- Following his time in Miami, there are no further professional playing appearances listed.
- Lawrence Olum is listed as having retired from professional soccer.
