COACH JOHN ANTULOV
“I think Aiden is going to come in and be an impact player for our program. He has a non-stop engine, is a box-to-box central midfielder and is excellent on both sides of the ball but really has massive potential on the attacking side. His signing adds a really dynamic piece for us going forward.”
“It was massive for us to be able to sign Aiden. I hold Aiden in incredibly high esteem as an attacking player, similar to a Justin Wallace or Alesandro Comita and I think Aiden is one of those talents. He is a player that could have made an impact at almost any program in Canada so for him to stay here is great for our program and I think it’s great that he wanted to stay and play infront of his family. I’m excited for what he can bring to our program.”
AIDEN MUZIO
"My soccer journey has been nothing but joy, living through my life everyday with this sport that I love most. Obviously there’s it’s hardships that every player goes through but coming out that is what makes you, you as a player.
"I knew that TRU was meant for me because I’m able to represent my hometown, the town that got me to where I am today. I also really look up to the coach John, I highly respect his style in coaching and as a human outside the pitch."
"Playing at home in front of friends and family means a lot to me because those are the people that have been there since the start. They have supported and motivated me through my whole soccer journey which is why I want to continue to bring joy to the people who come to watch me play at my home. I’ve grown up watching TRU even being one of the youth soccer players that stand beside the players during the anthem."
COACH JOHN ANTULOV
“He’s a big, strong, physical player on the outside that is good in the attack and defensively. He is a well-rounded player that will give us some real ability going forward in attack.”
“It’s really going to bring a nice, exciting piece to our group. It’s exciting to have him here and his experience with the levels that he has played at. James will bring another dynamic for us that I think is going to push our young group forward.”
JAMES RAINBIRD
"Football has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve been fortunate to play for clubs like Everton, Crewe Alexandra, and most recently Wrexham, where I spent three years. After suffering a tough injury, I’ve been hungrier than ever to get back on the pitch and continue pushing myself at a high level."
"Coming from the UK, I first learned about university soccer in North America through a group called Rebirth while I was out in Canada during pre-season with Wrexham. Hearing about the level, the opportunities, and the platform it provides really caught my attention."
"When I spoke with John, everything just clicked the vision he had for the program matched my own ambitions as a player. The team’s goals, the environment, and the culture all felt like the perfect fit. That’s when I knew TRU and the WolfPack were where I wanted to be.
COACH JOHN ANTULOV
“Lee is an exciting, young attacking player. He’s very strong, physical and quick, he is very good one vs. one and likes to take players on. He is definitely a good addition to the group we already have and will be good attacking piece moving forward.”
“Between the Kamloops-Vernon area it’s great to keep guys staying close to home for university, especially when they are good quality kids. That’s key for our growth and development.”
LEE ROBINSON
“The culture within TRU is the perfect place for me to develop into the player and person I want to be. I cannot wait to start this new chapter in my life. I am so grateful to continue my soccer and academic journey close to home. Seeing my family and friends in the stands means the world to me and I can’t wait to play infront of them at Hillside Stadium next year.”
“After spending a few days with the team, no place made me feel so welcome and appreciated, each and every member of the team and staff welcomed me with open arms and respect. It was during these days that I knew TRU was the right fit for me to grow and excel as a student athlete.”
