Steffen Yeates

My name is Steffen Yeates, and I am a passionate and seasoned Canadian professional soccer player entering into the realm of sports consulting. My journey from the Toronto FC Academy to making my mark in the MLS with Toronto FC, playing international football for both Canada and Trinidad & Tobago and subsequently now playing in the Canadian Premier League, it has equipped me with a profound understanding of the intricacies of soccer in this country and the business that surrounds it. As a player who has navigated various levels of the beautiful game, I bring a unique but extensive perspective to the consulting arena, focusing on the growth, development, and optimal career paths for young and upcoming athletes.

Experience

Playing Experience:

Vaughan Azzurri (2007-2012)
Toronto FC Academy (2012-2017):
- Developed technical skills and gained a deep understanding of the game from grassroots to elite levels.
Toronto FC 2, USL Championship (2017-2018):
- Acquired professional playing experience, making my professional debut at 17 years old, while also contributing to the development of young talents in coaching U12 summer clinics within Toronto FC summer camps.
Collegiate Soccer (2018-2020):
- UCONN Huskies: Started building a strong foundation in the U.S. collegiate soccer scene, earning full-ride scholarships, reaching both the conference tournament and the NCAA tournament.
- Oregon State Beavers: Further honed my skills and contributed to team success on a full-ride scholarship.
Toronto FC (2021-2022):
- Made my MLS (Major League Soccer) debut in 2022, showcasing high-level playing skills in one of North America's top leagues.
Pacific FC, Canadian Premier League (January 2023 - December 2024):
- Contributed to the growth of Canadian soccer, representing Pacific FC in the Canadian Premier League.
York United FC, Canadian Premier League (January 2025 - Present):
- Continuing to contribute to the growth of Canadian soccer, being acquired in a paid transfer by York United FC in the Canadian Premier League.
Canadian International for U17 & U20 Levels
- Represented and competed for Canada at the CONCACAF Championships in Panama in 2017, as well as played with a higher age group in Bradenton, Florida, during the 2018, U20 CONCACAF Championship.
Trinidad & Tobago Senior National Team (June 2024 - Present)
- Currently representing the national team and playing in international competitions. These competitions include World Cup Qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
- Concacaf Nations League
- Played in the 2025 Gold Cup

Education:

University of Connecticut (2018-2019): Studied and played collegiate soccer on a full scholarship, laying the academic groundwork for my future endeavors.
Oregon State University (2019-2020): Continued academic and athletic pursuits on a full scholarship, further enriching my knowledge and skills while focusing on business studies.
York University (2021-Present): Pursuing ongoing education to complement my soccer expertise with contemporary insights, as well as continuing with my business learning while obtaining my BA in Commerce.

Certifications:

“Mental health in sport” Administered by the Coaches Association of Canada