Edmonton Croatia Soccer Club

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

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!

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!