Yan Klukowski
Encyclopedia
Yan Klukowski is an English
football player who is currently contracted to Forest Green Rovers
.
in his hometown of Chippenham in North Wiltshire. His football education began at local youth side FC Chippenham Youth before moving to Bath City
. At 18 years of age the forward managed to break into the first team set-up at Bath City, making 14 appearances. Klukowski also earned England Schoolboys caps before a brief stint at Chippenham Town
. Despite interest from Bristol Rovers, Klukowski decided to move to the United States
by signing a scholarship with Central Connecticut State University
.
At CCSU Klukowski was the Northeast Conference Rookie of the Year and was named to the All Conference first team. He was named to the All-NEC First Team and received second team NSCAA/adidas All-North Atlantic Region honors as a sophomore in 2006, while in 2007 he led the NEC in assists and was named to the All-NEC Second Team and the NSCAA/adidas All-North Atlantic Region First Team.
During his college years season Klukowski also played with Ottawa Fury
and the Cape Cod Crusaders
in the USL Premier Development League
.
of the USL Second Division
, where he played 12 times scoring once in the 2–1 win over Wilmington Hammerheads
.
Following the conclusion of the USL2 season Klukowski returned to England in an attempt to find a professional club to play for during the 2009–2010 season and beyond. His first trial was provided by Carlisle United
who were originally impressed and extended his trial period before deciding against offering him a contract.
Klukowski was then offered a trial with Swindon Town
. While on trial, he had scored twice in a 3–2 win over Swindon Supermarine and scored once more in a 3–3 draw with Cirencester Town
. However, he was not offered a deal at Swindon.
In August 2009, Klukowski joined Chippenham Town
, making two league appearances in a brief spell. He later joined Larkhall Athletic
until the end of the 2009–10 season, scoring 6 times in 8 league appearances. In June 2010, he returned to Bath City in an attempt to earn a deal with the club following their promotion to the Conference National
.
On 23 July 2010 he represented Forest Green Rovers as a triallist in a friendly game versus fierce local rivals Shortwood United
eventually joining the club on a permanent basis. He scored his first goal for the club in August 2010 in only his second appearance against Wrexham.
He was awarded a longer extended contract by Rovers after a number of impressive appearances until the end of the 2011/12 season. After suffering an injury in the latter months of the 2010/11 season, Klukowski was required to have surgery and returned to first team action at the start of the 2011/12 season. He scored his first goal in the 2011/12 season in a 6-1 away win over Alfreton Town
in August 2011.
university football team for the 2007 Summer Universiade
.
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
football player who is currently contracted to Forest Green Rovers
Forest Green Rovers F.C.
Forest Green Rovers Football Club is an English football club based in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, currently the longest-serving members of the Conference National. The club is affiliated to the Gloucestershire County FA.-Early years:...
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Youth and College
Klukowski was educated at Sheldon SchoolSheldon school
Sheldon School is a large mixed comprehensive school in Chippenham, Wiltshire, UK for children aged 11–18 and is the largest school in Wiltshire. It is one of three in Chippenham, the others being Abbeyfield and Hardenhuish...
in his hometown of Chippenham in North Wiltshire. His football education began at local youth side FC Chippenham Youth before moving to Bath City
Bath City F.C.
Bath City Football Club are a semi-professional football club based in Bath, Somerset. They play in the Conference National league after gaining promotion from the Conference South via the play-offs in May 2010...
. At 18 years of age the forward managed to break into the first team set-up at Bath City, making 14 appearances. Klukowski also earned England Schoolboys caps before a brief stint at Chippenham Town
Chippenham Town F.C.
Chippenham Town are an English football club based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, currently playing in the Southern League Premier Division. They are nicknamed the Bluebirds and they play their home matches at Hardenhuish Park. Their home kit consists of a blue shirt, blue shorts and blue socks...
. Despite interest from Bristol Rovers, Klukowski decided to move to the United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
by signing a scholarship with Central Connecticut State University
Central Connecticut State University
Central Connecticut State University is a state university in New Britain, Connecticut, United States.The school was moved to its present campus in 1922...
.
At CCSU Klukowski was the Northeast Conference Rookie of the Year and was named to the All Conference first team. He was named to the All-NEC First Team and received second team NSCAA/adidas All-North Atlantic Region honors as a sophomore in 2006, while in 2007 he led the NEC in assists and was named to the All-NEC Second Team and the NSCAA/adidas All-North Atlantic Region First Team.
During his college years season Klukowski also played with Ottawa Fury
Ottawa Fury
Ottawa Fury is a Canadian soccer team based in Ottawa, Ontario. Founded in 2005, the team plays in the USL Premier Development League , the fourth tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, in the Northeast Division of the Eastern Conference....
and the Cape Cod Crusaders
Cape Cod Crusaders
Cape Cod Crusaders were an American soccer team based in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1994, the team played in the USL Premier Development League , the fourth tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, until 2008, when the franchise folded and the team left the league.The team...
in the USL Premier Development League
USL Premier Development League
The USL Premier Development League is the amateur league of the United Soccer Leagues in the United States, Canada, and Bermuda, forming part of the American Soccer Pyramid...
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Professional
Klukowski turned professional in 2009 and joined the Western Mass PioneersWestern Mass Pioneers
Western Mass Pioneers is an American soccer team based in Ludlow, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1998, the team plays in the USL Premier Development League , the fourth tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, in the Northeast Division of the Eastern Conference.The team plays its home games...
of the USL Second Division
USL Second Division
The United Soccer Leagues Second Division was a professional men's soccer league in the United States, part of the United Soccer Leagues league pyramid...
, where he played 12 times scoring once in the 2–1 win over Wilmington Hammerheads
Wilmington Hammerheads
Wilmington Hammerheads is an American professional soccer team based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Founded in 1996, the team plays in the American Division of the new USL Professional Division, the third tier of the American Soccer Pyramid....
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Following the conclusion of the USL2 season Klukowski returned to England in an attempt to find a professional club to play for during the 2009–2010 season and beyond. His first trial was provided by Carlisle United
Carlisle United F.C.
Carlisle United F.C. is an English football club based in Carlisle, Cumbria, where they play at Brunton Park. Formed in 1904, the club currently compete in League One, the third tier of the English football league system....
who were originally impressed and extended his trial period before deciding against offering him a contract.
Klukowski was then offered a trial with Swindon Town
Swindon Town F.C.
Swindon Town Football Club are a team based in Swindon, Wiltshire. Currently in League Two, Swindon have been managed by Paolo Di Canio since 23 May 2011...
. While on trial, he had scored twice in a 3–2 win over Swindon Supermarine and scored once more in a 3–3 draw with Cirencester Town
Cirencester Town F.C.
Cirencester Town is an English football club based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The club are currently members of the Southern League Premier Division and play at the Corinium Stadium...
. However, he was not offered a deal at Swindon.
In August 2009, Klukowski joined Chippenham Town
Chippenham Town F.C.
Chippenham Town are an English football club based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, currently playing in the Southern League Premier Division. They are nicknamed the Bluebirds and they play their home matches at Hardenhuish Park. Their home kit consists of a blue shirt, blue shorts and blue socks...
, making two league appearances in a brief spell. He later joined Larkhall Athletic
Larkhall Athletic F.C.
Larkhall Athletic F.C. are a football club based in Larkhall, in Bath, Somerset, England. The club is affiliated to the Somerset County FA.The club was founded in 1914, and played local football until joining the Western League when it expanded to two divisions in 1976...
until the end of the 2009–10 season, scoring 6 times in 8 league appearances. In June 2010, he returned to Bath City in an attempt to earn a deal with the club following their promotion to the Conference National
Conference National
Conference National is the top division of the Football Conference in England. It is the highest level of the National League System and fifth highest of the overall English football league system...
.
On 23 July 2010 he represented Forest Green Rovers as a triallist in a friendly game versus fierce local rivals Shortwood United
Shortwood United F.C.
Shortwood United Football Club is an English football club from Nailsworth, Gloucestershire who are members of the Hellenic League Premier Division. Its home ground, Meadowbank Ground, features floodlighting. The club is affiliated to the Gloucestershire County FA.-History:The club has been members...
eventually joining the club on a permanent basis. He scored his first goal for the club in August 2010 in only his second appearance against Wrexham.
He was awarded a longer extended contract by Rovers after a number of impressive appearances until the end of the 2011/12 season. After suffering an injury in the latter months of the 2010/11 season, Klukowski was required to have surgery and returned to first team action at the start of the 2011/12 season. He scored his first goal in the 2011/12 season in a 6-1 away win over Alfreton Town
Alfreton Town F.C.
Alfreton Town F.C. is an English football club based in Alfreton, Derbyshire. The club was reformed after a merger between Alfreton Miners Welfare and Alfreton United in 1959...
in August 2011.
International
Klukowski represented Great Britain at World University Games in Bangkok, Thailand in 2006, and was also selected to represent Great BritainGreat Britain
Great Britain or Britain is an island situated to the northwest of Continental Europe. It is the ninth largest island in the world, and the largest European island, as well as the largest of the British Isles...
university football team for the 2007 Summer Universiade
2007 Summer Universiade
The 2007 Summer Universiade, also known as the XXIV Summer Universiade, took place in Bangkok, Thailand.-Medal table:-External links:***...
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