Stephen James McKeown (born 17 July 1981) is a Scottish retired footballer who played as an attacking midfielder.
McKeown was raised in the Fernhill district of Rutherglen and attended Trinity High School in the town.
At one point he lost his enjoyment for football and was ready to quit the game, but recanted after advice from Stewart and his father.
[4] McKeown was released from his contract at Ayr following a training ground incident[citation needed] and rejoined Airdrie United in January 2011.
[5] He lasted two months at the Diamonds before leaving the club, citing commitments away from football as the reason.