Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club

06/01/2026

03/13/2026

It is with heavy hearts we share that on March 4th, Slavko "Steve" Jerat, passed away at the age of 78. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, the Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club and Edmonton Soccer Community as a whole.

https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/obituaries/Slavko-Steve-Jerat?obId=47504287

Slavko was born in Šibenik on February 10th, 1948. At the age of 17, he immigrated to Canada.
In 1969, Slavko and ten friends founded the Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club. Within the club, Slavko served in various roles which included but were not limited to: executive board member, coach, player, volunteer, and supporter of all Club endeavors.
In 1985, Slavko, as one of the original three investors, helped ECSC acquire a 20 acre farm field which has now turned into one of Canada's most notable private soccer facilities.

Beyond his contribution as a founder and builder of the ECSC, Slavko took great passion in promoting the importance of sportsmanship, and maintaining the positive image of the Croatian Soccer Community, the sport of soccer, and all those who play the beautiful game. This is perfectly expressed by his own words:

"I love the sport for what it has taught me - responsibility, commitment, teamwork, sportsmanship - and for what it has given me - a strengthened ability to overcome obstacles, my physical health, a release from the busyness of life, and most of all, my friendships."

There are no words to express the void left with Slavko's departure but his selfless contributions both on and off the field, his humble disposition and sincere appreciation for how the game has contributed to his life will inspire and be recognized by the generations to come.

"It is what Soccer makes of us - off the field - that really matters!" - Slavko Jerat

12/21/2025

Last night we held our annual Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club Christmas Party! Thank you to all the players, coaches, volunteers and alumni who continuously give their time and effort to keep our club alive! Edmonton Croatia is a small yet seemingly large family, built on generations of friendships and memories! We are a home to so many amazing people and our doors will remain open to all who want to be part of more than just a soccer team. One Club - One Love - One great big Family!

Wishing you all a blessed Christmas and the best of health, luck and happiness in the up and coming new year!

Special thanks to for hosting us yet again for another memorable night!

04/16/2025

Dragi prijatelji👋🏻 FESTA I PLES u Edmontonu na Hrvatskom nogometnom igralistu! 26 TRAVNJA u Subotu tj prva Subota poslije Uskrsa sa pocetkom navecer u 20:00. Vidimo se uzivo ❤️🤍💙

Dear Friends! We are happy to announce that Luna Band will be performing at the Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club on the 26th of April starting at 8pm! We hope to see you there!

03/26/2025

After a thrilling 5-5 draw with Fiji, where our boys deserved the three points, they are going into Thursdays game against Egypt hungry as ever! Come out and support your local Vatreni as they aim to claim their first victory of the tournament! See you all Thursday at the South Soccer Centre! Be there early as parking is limited. 🇭🇷 🇭🇷

02/06/2025

Congratulations to our 2024/25 Futsal squad for securing the final spot in the Edmonton Futsal League Playoffs on the last round of regular season play! This is a team of unity which brings together players from all our club teams (Dinamo, Hajduk, NK, and Masters) and reflects the clubs vision of building more than just teams but rather a Family that works together in keeping our identity alive! The boys play on Tuesday against BTB in the playoffs at 7pm - EAST Soccer Centre.

01/17/2025

It's been two years since the last Men's Mini World Cup! We welcome all to tryout for Team Croatia as we aim to bring the trophy back home to our clubhouse! Be a part of the most decorated nation in this historic tournament! Tryouts are Tuesday January 28th at 21:45 - SOUTH SOCCER CENTRE! 🇭🇷 🇭🇷

01/03/2025

On a winning streak and the hottest team in the league, Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club has 6 games left, 5 against direct competitors. They face the hardest sequence, but can they rise to the challenge and keep their playoff spot? 🔥⚽