Daniel Firek

Position:
Midfielder
Height:
5-11
Weight:
160
Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
Mississauga, Ontario
High School:
Loyola Catholic Secondary School

2024: Appeared in eight games for Akron...netted a goal and an assist on the strength of two shots, both on goal...recorded first collegiate points with a goal and an assist in a 6-1 win over Wright State (Oct. 8)...collected shot in 3-0 triumph at Marquette (Oct. 26).

2023: Appeared in five games for Akron, all in reserve duty...made collegiate debut in victory over Niagara (Aug. 24).

PRIOR TO AKRON: Gained valuable playing experience with Sigma FC...signed developmental contracts with professional side Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League at age 16 and 17...18th-ranked 2023 recruit in Canada by FTF...earned 2023 Vaughan x FTF Showcase and 2022 Sigma FC Showcase first-team accolades...pulled in FTF x SA Men’s All-Star Showcase first-team honors and Finals MVP laurels.

PERSONAL: Majoring in accounting...son of Chris and Leona Firek.