| Passing (P) | Shooting (V) | Heading (H) | Tackling (T) | Control (C) | Speed (S) | Finishing (F) | Total | Bargain | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 1.3 | £950k |
Name: David Wayne "Junior" Hoilett
Nationality: Canada
Position: Winger / Attacking midfielder
Date of Birth: June 5, 1990
Place of Birth: Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
Club Career (selected highlights):
- Youth: Brampton Youth SC, Blackburn Rovers (joined youth academy)
- Blackburn Rovers (2009–2012): Broke into the first team; performances in the Premier League and Championship.
- Queens Park Rangers (2012–2016): Regular attacker; notable contributions in the Championship and Premier League.
- Cardiff City (2016–2021): Key player in promotion-winning 2017–18 Championship season; important attacking role in the club for multiple seasons.
- Reading (2021–2023): Continued Championship-level performances.
- Vancouver Whitecaps FC (2023–): Returned to Canada to play in Major League Soccer.
International Career (Canada):
- Senior Debut: 2015 (after switching allegiance from possible earlier considerations)
- Caps: Over 40 appearances for Canada (active through 2023)
- Goals: Several international goals, including contributions in CONCACAF Nations League and World Cup qualifying.
- Tournaments: Member of Canada’s squad for CONCACAF competitions and participated in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers; part of Canada’s national team setup during their qualification cycle for the 2022 World Cup.
Playing Style: A quick, direct winger known for dribbling, close control, and ability to beat defenders one-on-one. Comfortable on either flank, often cuts inside to shoot or create chances; also contributes defensively with work rate and pressing.
Notable Achievements:
- Promotion to the Premier League with Cardiff City (2017–18 season).
- Established as a reliable attacker across English leagues and a regular contributor to the Canadian national team during key qualifying campaigns.
Additional Notes: Hoilett was eligible to represent Canada, Jamaica, and possibly England early in his career but represented Canada at senior international level. He spent most of his professional club career in England before moving to MLS with Vancouver Whitecaps FC.