KAMLOOPS — The latest player to join the TRU WolfPack Men's Soccer team brings experience from the Vancouver Whitecaps Residency Program and a strength in leading a forceful offence.

Patrick Izett will join the 'Pack on the field this fall. He grew up in North Delta, where he spent most of his high-school years with the Whitecaps. Since graduating, he has literally kicked around New Zealand and Australia, and also playing with Columbus FC.

Coach John Antulov said TRU is fortunate to get a layer of Izett's quality and ability, and he is a great addition to building a solid team.

"We are very pleased to have a player of Patrick's calibre join our squad. He is an immediate impact player that will not only lead our attack, but also be a leader in our program," said Antulov.

"He has extensive experience with the Whitecaps Residency Program. He will be a big part of our offence and we hope will cause a lot of problems for other teams with his ability to take players on, his vision, passing range and ability to put the ball in the back of the net."

Izett said Antulov has supported his decisions around his soccer training, and he has watched TRU's program grow since the WolfPack was inducted into U Sports.

"I'm very much looking forward to joining not only a great academic institution but a program that takes pride in giving back to the community," he said. "Of course, our team goal is to win a national championship but personally, I would just like to enjoy my football and contribute in any way I can, on or off the field while continuing grow as a student and athlete."

Izett is grateful for the opportunity to play with the 'Pack and keen to get started.

"I can't wait to get started and meet the lads as well as the rest of the staff. The future is very exciting for TRU, and I am really looking forward to what's to come."