Cavalry FC announced on Friday that the club has signed Eryk Kobza to a multi-year professional contract until 2025, with a club option for 2026. Kobza remains on a U SPORTS contract until August 15, 2023.

Having been selected in this year’s CPL -U SPORTS draft from the University of Calgary, Kobza was initially signed to a U SPORTS contract through to August. Across 14 appearances so far for the club, Kobza has adapted very quickly to the professional game, providing control and depth in both midfield and defence. Earlier this month, Kobza also recorded his first professional goal against Pacific FC in the recent 2-1 away win.

Former Cavalry FC players selected from U SPORTS included the likes of Joel Waterman and Victor Loturi, both of whom have received call-ups for the Canadian Men’s National Team. Cavalry FC continues to create opportunities for young Canadian talents to achieve the highest level through its recruitment and pathway.

“Eryk has been a great addition to the squad this season,” said Tommy Wheeldon Jr., Head Coach & General Manager, Cavalry FC. “He has come in and earned his playing time by learning our system quickly and making an immediate impact through his play on the pitch.  His intelligence, versatility, athleticism, and composure provide us great assets to work with and develop him further. On top of that, he is an exceptional character that is good around the locker room and in the community. He is another great example of the value we place on the U SPORTS draft, and he is a credit to his University.”

Cavalry FC will travel to face Atletico Ottawa on July 29 before returning to host Forge FC on ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows on August 4 at 7:00 p.m. MT.