His mother Lindy is a Filipino who has roots in Pampanga and Davao City, while his father Clint is an American who works as a football (soccer) coach.
[4][5] In August 2020, McDaniel joined Philippines Football League club Stallion Laguna.
McDaniel was born in the U.S. to American father and Filipino mother, making him eligible to play for both the United States and Philippines at international level.
[8][9] He made his debut for the U23 team in a 2–1 defeat against Myanmar U23, coming in as a substitute replacing Chima Uzoka in the 75th minute.
[10] In February 2022, McDaniel was once again, called up to the Philippines U23 for the 2022 AFF U-23 Youth Championship held in Cambodia.