Considered one of the most technically gifted players in the Australian National Soccer League (NSL), he featured in over 350 professional games over a career period of 15 years.
Genç won three official caps for the Australia national soccer team and spent five years of his playing career in Malaysia with Johor FC.
At age 22 Genc joined Parramatta Eagles then coached by Raul Blanco and played his first full season in the Australian NSL.
During those years Genc came back to Australia in the Malaysian off season to play for the Sydney United team coached by Branko Culina, and was a member of the 1997 side.
In 1999 Genc finally returned to Australia finish his playing career and captained NSL side Sydney United until his retirement in 2002.