Lyndon Dykes’s family is a popular topic among Scotland football fans because the powerful striker has one of the most unique backgrounds in international football. Born and raised in Australia but representing Scotland internationally, Dykes has built a successful football career while maintaining strong family values and close Scottish roots.
Lyndon Dykes Wife and Relationship Life
The wife of Scottish international forward Lyndon Dykes (Charlton Athletic player) is Victoria Dykes (formerly Victoria Thomson).
The couple met in Scotland when Lyndon Dykes played for Queen of the South. At the time, Victoria was married to the team’s captain and in-house coach, Jim Thomson, who coached Dykes himself.
After Victoria separated from her former coach, she and the forward (born in Australia but of Scottish parents) began dating. Despite the 13-year age difference (Victoria being the older), the relationship quickly solidified and the two eventually got married.
Dykes has revealed in the past that the stability of his family life with Victoria and his stepdaughters in Scotland was one of the determining factors in choosing to represent the Scottish national team instead of Australia internationally.
Lyndon Dykes Children and Family Life
Forward Lyndon Dykes has a biological son with his wife Victoria, in addition to taking on the role of stepfather to two stepdaughters:
- Tiime Dykes: He is the player’s only biological son. Tiime was born in Scotland and turned 8 in February 2026. His birth and his presence in Scotland were key reasons for Lyndon to choose the defender for the Scottish national team. Tiime is a regular presence in stadiums and starred in a viral moment in 2024 when he was chosen by WWE champion Cody Rhodes to enter the ring with him at the O2 Arena. Recently, Lyndon celebrated a goal for Charlton Athletic by making a “T” symbol with his hands in his honor.
Victoria has two daughters from her previous marriage to the former captain and coach of Queen of the South, Jim Thomson. From a very young age, Lyndon assumed the role of stepfather in raising the two girls in Scotland, fully integrating himself into their family unit.
Lyndon Dykes Parents and Scottish-Australian Background
Lyndon Dykes’ parents are Scottish immigrants who moved to Australia, which explains the forward’s cultural heritage and dual nationality. His mother’s name is Julie Dykes, while his father’s name is kept private, although his strong connection to Scotland is well known.
Both parents are originally from Dumfries, Scotland. His father specifically grew up in a small rural village on the outskirts called Moniaive. They decided to move to Australia before Lyndon was born, settling in the Gold Coast region, where the player was born and raised.
During Lyndon’s childhood in Australia, his father made a point of taking holidays back to Scotland to visit his grandmothers in Moniaive. Lyndon fondly remembers these snow trips and the fact that his father gave him his first official Scottish national team kit.
The couple passed on a strong athletic streak to the family. His mother, Julie, had great talent for badminton, skill, and gymnastics in her youth. This passion was reflected in their children: Lyndon’s older sister, Hollie Dykes, became an elite gymnast who won gold medals for Australia at the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
Lyndon Dykes Siblings and Personal Life
Lyndon Dykes has an older sister who achieved great success and prestige in the world of sports: Hollie Dykes.
Hollie Dykes was a world-class artistic gymnast who represented Australia. Unlike Lyndon, who chose to represent Scotland (her parents’ country of origin), Hollie always competed under the Australian flag.
The high point of her career came at the 2006 Commonwealth Games, held in Melbourne. At just 15 years old, Hollie had an extraordinary performance, winning two gold medals (in the balance journey and the team competition), as well as a silver and a bronze medal.
Hollie surprised the gymnastics world by announcing her retirement from professional competition shortly after the 2006 Games, citing physical and mental exhaustion resulting from the demands of high-level training.
FAQ About Lyndon Dykes Family
Who is Lyndon Dykes’s wife?
Lyndon Dykes is married to Victoria Thomson.
Does Lyndon Dykes have children?
Yes, he has a son and is also stepfather to two daughters.
Who are Lyndon Dykes’s parents?
Lyndon Dykes’ parents are Scottish immigrants who moved to Australia, which explains the forward’s cultural heritage and dual nationality. His mother’s name is Julie Dykes, while his father’s name is kept private, although his strong connection to Scotland is well known.
Does Lyndon Dykes have siblings?
Yes, Lyndon Dykes has an older sister who achieved great success and prestige in the world of sports: Hollie Dykes.
Why does Lyndon Dykes play for Scotland?
Although born in Australia, he qualifies for Scotland through his Scottish parents from Dumfries.
Miguel Manjate is a football journalist and editor covering the Premier League, European competitions, and transfer news, with a strong focus on match analysis and data-driven reporting.
