Orest Grechka (Ukrainian: Орест Гречка, romanized: Orest Hrechka; born December 20, 1975) is a Ukrainian-American former professional soccer player who played as a forward.
Early life and college career
Grechka was born in the Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (present-day Ukraine). He played college soccer at Hartwick College in the United States from 1995 to 1998.
Professional career
Grechka began his senior career with Hannover 96 II, the reserve team of the German club Hannover 96. In 2000, he signed a two-year contract with Moss FK of the Norwegian Premier League (Eliteserien). He made his debut for the club as a substitute in the 81st minute of a 1–0 defeat to Brann. Shortly after his debut, Grechka suffered a hamstring injury that sidelined him for an estimated 4–6 weeks. He ultimately appeared in 7 league matches (3 starts) for Moss FK during the 2001 season, recording no goals. His contract was terminated by mutual agreement in August 2001.
Career statistics
| Year | Club | League | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Moss FK | Eliteserien (Norway) | 7 | 0 |
Personal life
Grechka holds both Ukrainian and American citizenship. He is retired from professional football.
