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Carmichael had an explosive collegiate career appearing in 75 matches and tallying 46 goals and 18 assists. Carmichael supplemented his collegiate career with stints with NPSL side, Georgia Revolution, in 2021 and USL League Two club, Long Island Rough Riders, in 2022. He netted 17 goals with the Rough Riders and helped lead them to the 2022 USL League Two play-offs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re delighted to add Ryan to the roster,\u201d said Forward Madison FC Sporting Director, Matt Cairns. \u201cHe embodies the Forward Madison way with his mentality and playing style. I have no doubt he\u2019ll bring great excitement to the team in 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In December of 2023, Carmichael was selected in the first round (24th overall) in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft by Inter Miami. In 2024 he began play with Inter Miami\u2019s reserve squad, Inter Miami II, where he appeared in 25 matches, and bagged nine goals and seven assists. 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