NASL North Carolina FC

RailHawks Add Defender, Midfielder and Forward to Roster

Published on April 3, 2014 under North American Soccer League (NASL)
North Carolina FC News Release


CARY, NC (April 3, 2014) - - Following impressive showings during preseason, the RailHawks have signed defender Uriah Bentick, forward Dmytro Kryvyy, and defender/midfielder Jordan Burt.

"All three players earned their place on the roster with strong showings during the preseason," said RailHawks head coach Colin Clarke. "Not only do they add depth to the roster, but they will be expected to contribute right away. Each has been with us through preseason from the very beginning and we are glad to officially add them to the squad."

Bentick joins the RailHawks after a season with the Wilmington Hammerheads. Prior to his professional debut, Bentick was twice named Big South All-Conference as a defender at Liberty University. The 6'2" defender made 17 appearances for the Hammerheads in 2013 and played for Trinidad U-20 National Team.

Kryvyy joins the RailHawks after spending his career in his native Ukraine. Throughout the preseason Kryvyy has played as a striker, holding up the ball and connecting with midfielders in the RailHawks pass oriented attack. Kryvyy's physical style has proved to be difficult for defenders during preseason matches game and has continued to demonstrate his ability to create space.

Burt joins the RailHawks after a successful career for Butler University's men's soccer team. The 23-year old spent time as a defender and midfielder during the RailHawks' preseason matches. At Butler, Burt played in all 75 matches from 2010-2013 and started the last 55 matches during his sophomore, junior and senior seasons.

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