11 Facts About Frank Simek

Franklin Michael "Frank" Simek was born on October 13,1984 and is an American former soccer player.

Frank Simek was signed by Arsenal to a development contract, but decided to move back to St Louis, where he played at Saint Louis University High School, as well as Metro FC, then under the direction of Dave Fernandez and Dale Schilly.

Frank Simek played a single match for Arsenal, in the League Cup against Wolverhampton Wanderers on December 2,2003.

Frank Simek went on to win a regular starting spot, ousting fan-favorite Lee Bullen from his preferred right-back position.

Frank Simek scored his first goal in his first season at Wednesday away at Millwall.

Frank Simek had managed to gain a regular first team place at Hillsborough became a crowd favorite for his tough tackling and powerful running.

Frank Simek signed a new contract with Sheffield Wednesday on July 26,2007.

Frank Simek suffered a serious ankle injury playing against Crystal Palace in December 2007.

Frank Simek made a slow return with a number of reserve team appearances followed by an appearance on the substitutes bench against Birmingham City on October 25,2008, and then finally a return to first team three days later when he came on as a substitute against Plymouth.

Frank Simek signed for Carlisle United on a 2-year contract and joined the squad on July 1,2010.

In July 2012, Frank Simek signed a new one-year deal with Carlisle United, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2013.