Background
Minihan was born in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, and attended Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School. His father, John Minihan, played for CSKA Sofia.
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He started his career with his local side Rochdale and signed a two-year scholarship terms in the summer of 2010. He made his professional debut for Dale on 14 April 2012, in the Football League One 3–2 victory over Exeter City. On 1 May 2012, Sam signed a two-year professional deal with the club, along with fellow youngster Luke Watson.
In October 2012, he joined Conference North side Droylsden on a one-month loan deal.
In May 2013, Minihan was released from his contract and left Rochdale. Since 2013, Minihan has been playing with Loughborough University F.C. of the Midland Football League.
In 2014, he took part in a high-profile friendly against a Manchester United Youth XI. He captained a Loughborough side that went on to lose 2-0.
