[4] The following season, he joined the senior squad full-time, scoring 4 goals in 19 appearances,[5] and was named a league third-team all-star.

[7] In 2019, he attended training camp with Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League, but did not ultimately sign with the club.

[14][15] In October, he was named to the USL Championship Team of the Week after recording two assists in a 4-2 victory against OKC Energy FC in the season finale.

[23][24] In September 2024, Kibato was transferred to York United FC, signing a contract through 2025, in a player swap deal with Austin Ricci moving to Vancouver.

[25][26] He made his debut against Forge FC, playing as a left-back during an injury crisis for York, before eventually returning to his customary midfield role later in the season.