Player NamePronunciation#PositionNationalityKey NotesCall-Out LineBiography
Mollie ErikssonMOL-ee AIR-ik-son1GoalkeeperSwedenDual-national GK, League1 Ontario standout, commanding presence“Eriksson—commanding in goal, organizes the defense well.”Mollie Eriksson is a Swedish goalkeeper from Stockholm who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A commanding and composed presence, she joined the club in 2025 and brought valuable experience to the back line. Eriksson began her senior career in League1 Ontario with West Ottawa SC and Darby FC before establishing herself with North Mississauga SC, where she was twice named a Second Team All-Star and was a finalist for Goalkeeper of the Year in 2023 and 2024. Internationally, she has represented Sweden at the U16 and U17 levels and has also attended camps with Canada’s U17 and U20 teams, reflecting her dual-national pathway.
Susanne Haalandsoo-ZAHN-uh HAW-lund2DefenderNorwayNorwegian top-flight experience, former captain (Kolbotn), defensive leader“Haaland—composed, experienced, and a real leader at the back —disciplined and tough to break down.”Susanne Haaland is a Norwegian defender from Asker who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A composed and reliable presence at the back, she joined the Rapid in 2025 and brought valuable experience and leadership to the club during its inaugural season.
Haaland began her senior career with Stabæk, making her top-flight debut at just 17 years old, before going on to establish herself in Norwegian football with Øvrevoll Hosle and Kolbotn. She served as captain at Kolbotn in 2023 and 2024, helping guide the club back to Norway’s top division. Internationally, she has represented Norway at multiple youth levels, adding further pedigree to Ottawa’s defensive line.
Molly HaleMOL-ee HAIL3ForwardCanadaOttawa-born, U-17 international, high-upside young attacker“Hale—just 18, already representing Canada at the U-17 level—one of the exciting young prospects in this squad.”Molly Hale is an Ottawa-born forward who has represented Canada at the U-17 level, including appearances at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup (Morocco 2025). She brings energy, pace, and attacking potential as one of the youngest players in the squad.
Emily Amanoeh-MILL-ee ah-MAN-no5MidfielderCanadaOttawa-born, European experience (Sweden, Iceland), composed midfielder“Amano—calm on the ball, brings experience and control in midfield.”Emily Amano is a Canadian midfielder from Ottawa, Ontario, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A technically skilled and energetic presence in midfield, she joined the Rapid in 2025, bringing both hometown pride and international experience to the club. Her performances and potential led to a contract extension through the 2026 season.
Amano developed through Ottawa South United and represented Ontario at the provincial level, earning All-Star Team honours at the 2017 Canada Summer Games. She has also played professionally in Europe, competing in Sweden with Umeå and in Iceland with Grótta, before returning to Canada to continue her career with Ottawa Rapid FC.
Caitlin CrichtonKATE-lin CRY-ton6MidfielderCanadaOttawa-born, U SPORTS All-Canadian, European experience (Finland), defensive midfielder“Crichton—reads the game well, a composed and reliable presence in midfield.”Caitlin Crichton is a Canadian midfielder from Ottawa who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A composed and versatile presence in midfield known for her defensive intelligence and competitive edge, she joined the Rapid in 2026, returning home after beginning her professional career in Finland with FC KTP.
Crichton developed through U SPORTS soccer at St. Francis Xavier University, where she earned national All-Canadian honours and multiple conference all-star selections. She also competed in League1 Ontario before moving overseas, gaining valuable European experience that she now brings back to her hometown club as part of the next chapter in her career.
Johanne Fridlundyo-HAH-nuh FRID-lund7ForwardNorwayEuropean experience (Norway, Italy), technical attacker, late-season goal scorer“Fridlund—technical, creative, and dangerous in one-on-one situations.”Johanne Fridlund is a Norwegian forward from Stavern who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A technically gifted attacker known for her creativity and one-on-one ability, she joined the club in 2025 as part of its inaugural roster. She scored her first goal for Ottawa on the final day of the regular season, sealing a 2–1 away victory and helping the team close its first campaign on a high note. Fridlund brings extensive European experience, having played in Norway’s top flight with Vålerenga and Kolbotn, as well as in Italy with Lazio. She also represented Norway at the U19 level, earning multiple caps and establishing herself as a versatile attacking option.
Kayla AdamekKAY-la ah-DAM-ek8DefenderCanada/PolandChampions League experience, Poland international, UCF captain, European leagues“Adamek—international experience, composed, and brings real leadership to the back line.”Kayla Adamek is a Canadian-born defender from Ottawa, Ontario, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A versatile and experienced player, she brings leadership and top-level international experience to the club after joining ahead of the 2025 season.
Adamek played her collegiate soccer at the University of Central Florida, where she captained the UCF Knights and was named American Athletic Conference Midfielder of the Year. She has competed professionally across Europe, including UEFA Women’s Champions League appearances with ŽFK Spartak Subotica, and league stints in Spain, Sweden, and France. Born in Canada, she represents Poland internationally, making her senior debut in 2022.
Jazmine WilkinsonJAZ-min WILK-in-son9ForwardCanadaPace, technical attacker, U17 & U20 international, NCAA standout (Texas A&M)“Wilkinson—pace, skill, and a real attacking threat when she gets into space.”Jazmine Wilkinson is a Canadian forward born in Chicago who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. Known for her pace, technical ability, and goal-scoring instincts, she joined the club in 2025 and quickly emerged as an exciting attacking option. Wilkinson began her collegiate career at Arizona State, earning Pac-12 All-Freshman Team honours, before transferring to Texas A&M, where she led the team in scoring, earned SEC Offensive Player of the Week, and was named Team Offensive MVP. She also competed with Harbourside FC in League1 BC and has represented Canada at the U17 and U20 levels, including the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and CONCACAF U-20 Championship.
Florence Belzileflor-AHNCE bel-ZEEL10ForwardCanadaCanada U17 international, NCAA (Nebraska), two-way contributor“Belzile—active at both ends, a midfielder who can impact the game in multiple ways.”Florence Belzile is a Canadian forward who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. Born in Quebec and developed across top Canadian youth programs including Ottawa South United and the Ontario REX program, she has been part of the national team pathway since earning a call-up to Canada’s U17 team in 2019. Belzile played collegiately at the University of Nebraska, making 73 appearances and scoring eight goals, while earning multiple honours including Big Ten Player to Watch recognition and three Tom Osborne Citizenship Team awards. She brings energy, versatility, and a two-way presence to Ottawa’s midfield.
Sadie WaiteSAY-dee WAIT11MidfielderCanadaHigh-energy midfielder, Nebraska standout, Canada U20 international, first 2026 signing“Waite—brings energy and movement through midfield.”Sadie Waite is a Canadian midfielder from St. Thomas, Ontario, who signed a two-year professional contract with Ottawa Rapid FC ahead of the 2026 Northern Super League season. She is the club’s first roster signing for 2026 and begins her professional career in her home country. 
Waite was a four-season standout at the University of Nebraska, making 73 appearances with 68 starts and logging over 5,700 career minutes. She recorded 8 goals and 10 assists, including a final season where she started every match and played more than 1,500 minutes. She scored her first career brace in the NCAA First Round, helping Nebraska reach a program-best third Elite Eight appearance and secure a Big Ten regular season championship.
Known for her composure, vision, and fearless presence in midfield, Waite is also a former Canada U20 Women’s World Cup team member and is set to make her mark with Ottawa Rapid FC.
Keera MelenhorstKEER-ah mel-en-HORST12MidfielderCanadaOttawa-born, Canada U20 international, NCAA (Pittsburgh), playmaker“Melenhorst—vision, creativity, and a real playmaker in midfield.”Keera Melenhorst is a Canadian midfielder from Ottawa who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A dynamic and attack-minded playmaker known for her vision, technical ability, and work rate, she joined the Rapid in 2026 to begin her professional career in her hometown.
Melenhorst developed through the Canadian youth national team system and starred collegiately at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was a consistent offensive contributor in the ACC and helped lead the Panthers to NCAA Tournament appearances. Internationally, she represented Canada at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup and won a bronze medal at the 2022 Concacaf Women’s U-20 Championship. She now brings top-level collegiate and international experience to Ottawa as part of the club’s next chapter.
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Okobi-Okeoghene		SOHN-yuh oh-KOH-bee oh-KAY13MidfielderNigeriaNigeria international, multiple-time African champion, World Cup experience, versatile attacker. Available after Nigeria games cancelled during FIFA window.“Okobi—huge international experience, a player who’s done it on the world stage.”Ngozi Sonia Okobi-Okeoghene is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Northern Super League club Ottawa Rapid FC. Okobi began her career with Delta Queens in Nigeria before moving abroad to play in the United States, Sweden, and Spain. She joined Ottawa Rapid FC in January 2025, bringing her extensive international and club experience to the new team.
At the international level, Okobi has represented Nigeria since 2010, appearing in multiple African Women’s Championship tournaments and FIFA Women’s World Cups. She has won the African Women’s Championship four times with the Super Falcons and is known for her versatility in attack, often playing as an attacking midfielder, winger, or forward.
Min-a LeeMIN-ah LEE14MidfielderKorea Republic80+ caps (Korea), NSL Team of the Year, first goal in club history, KFA Player of the Year“Lee—international quality, vision, and the player who scored the first goal in club history.”Min-a Lee is a South Korean midfielder who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A highly accomplished international, she joined the club in 2025 and made an immediate impact, scoring the first goal in franchise history and earning NSL Team of the Year honours. Lee spent much of her club career with Incheon Hyundai Steel Red Angels, winning multiple WK League titles, and also played in Japan with INAC Kobe Leonessa. Internationally, she has earned over 80 caps for South Korea, scoring 17 goals, and was named KFA Women’s Player of the Year in 2017. Known for her creativity, vision, and leadership, she brings elite experience to Ottawa’s midfield.
Nicola Golennick-OH-la GOH-len15ForwardCanadaHarvard product, creative attacker, Canada youth camps“Golen—creative and composed, always looking to unlock the defense/create chances.”Nicola Golen is a Canadian forward from Toronto who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A dynamic attacking player, she joined the club in 2025 and made an immediate impact, scoring her first NSL goal in her rookie season and earning a contract extension through 2026. Golen played collegiately at Harvard University, making 42 appearances for the Crimson between 2021 and 2024. She also competed in League1 Ontario with DeRo United FC and North Toronto Nitros, developing through the Nitros’ system. Internationally, she has been involved in camps with Canada’s U17 and U20 national teams.
Felicia Hanischfeh-LEE-sha HAH-nish16DefenderCanadaOttawa-born, U-17 international, emerging defender“Hanisch—just 17, already representing Canada at the U-17 level—one of the young defenders coming through the system.”Felicia Hanisch is an Ottawa-born defender who has represented Canada at the U-17 level, including appearances at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. A product of the local development pathway, she brings composure, positional awareness, and strong defensive fundamentals as one of the youngest players in the squad.
Olivia Scott (CAPTAIN)oh-LIV-ee-ah SCOTT18DefenderCanadaCo-captain, NSL Team of the Season, scoring defender, Quinnipiac standout“Scott—co-captain and one of the league’s top defenders last season.”Olivia Scott is a Canadian defender from Aurora, Ontario, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A composed and reliable presence on the back line, she has been a key contributor to the club since joining ahead of the 2025 season and was named a team co-captain in her first year.
Scott played her collegiate soccer at Quinnipiac University, where she made 83 appearances and scored 12 goals across five seasons. She earned multiple conference honours, including MAAC Rookie of the Week twice in 2019, selection to the MAAC All Rookie Team, and back-to-back All MAAC First Team and MAAC All Championship Team honours in 2022 and 2023. She was also named to the All Atlantic Third Team.
Before turning professional, Scott developed through Aurora FC and the Ontario REX program, and won a silver medal with Team Ontario at the 2017 Canada Summer Games. She has represented Canada at the U15 and U17 levels. In 2025, she helped anchor Ottawa Rapid FC’s defence, scored three goals, earned a contract extension through 2027, and was named to the Northern Super League Team of the Season.
Choo HyojooHYOH-joo CHOO 19DefenderSouth Korea50+ caps (South Korea), 2023 World Cup, pace and versatility on the flank, WK League experienceChoo — pace, work rate, and World Cup experience on the wing.Choo Hyojoo is a South Korean winger from Busan who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League and the South Korea national team. Known for her pace, versatility, and work rate, she joined Ottawa in 2025 and featured in the club’s inaugural season, scoring her first NSL goal and becoming a regular presence on the flank. Her impact was quickly recognized, and she signed a contract extension through the 2026 season.
Choo began her professional career after graduating from Ulsan College, signing with Suwon FC in 2021, where she made 65 appearances and recorded 14 goals over three seasons. She later played for Hyundai Steel Red Angels before moving abroad to Canada. Internationally, Choo has been a consistent contributor for South Korea, earning over 50 senior caps since her debut in 2019 and representing her country at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, cementing her reputation as one of Korea’s most reliable wide players.
Minyoung JungMIN-young JUNG20MidfielderSouth KoreaSouth Korea international, EAFF E-1 champion, WK League (Seoul City Hall), Korea University captainJung — international quality and composure, a strong addition to this midfieldMin-young Jung joined Ottawa Rapid FC in 2026, bringing international quality and leadership to the club’s midfield. A former captain at Korea University, she began her professional career with Seoul City Hall in the WK League, where she spent three seasons developing into a composed and intelligent presence on the ball.
Jung is also a member of the South Korea women’s national team, having represented her country at multiple youth levels before earning her senior debut in 2025. She made an immediate impact by scoring just 84 seconds into her first appearance and later helped South Korea capture the 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship title.
Melanie ForbesMEL-uh-nee FORBES21ForwardCanadaMississauga product, Top scorer (Iceland), international experience, dynamic attacker“Forbes—direct, dangerous, and always a threat in the final third.”Melanie Forbes is a Canadian forward from Mississauga who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A dynamic and versatile attacker, she joined the club in 2025 and quickly became an important offensive contributor. Forbes began her senior career in League1 Ontario with Aurora United FC and DeRo United FC before playing in the United States with FC Pride. She went on to compete professionally in Europe, including in Portugal with Damaiense and in Iceland with Keflavík, where she finished as the club’s top scorer in 2024 and was named the team’s female player of the year. She also earned All-Midwest Conference honours with Detroit City FC in United Women’s Soccer. With Ottawa, she scored her first goal on her birthday in a 3–1 win over Calgary and continued to contribute key goals and assists throughout the inaugural NSL season.
Delaney Baie (DB) PridhamDEL-uh-nay BAY PRID-um22ForwardDual-citizen, Canada and United StatesNSL Golden Boot, 20 goals in 27 appearances, first hat trick in NSL history, Player of the Year, Canada senior internationalPridham -- the league's first Golden Boot winner, and one of the most dangerous forwards in the NSLDelaney Baie “DB” Pridham is an American-Canadian forward from Saratoga, California, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A prolific and instinctive attacker, she joined Ottawa in 2025 and delivered one of the most dominant individual seasons in league history, scoring 20 goals in 27 appearances. Her breakout year included the first hat trick in NSL history, the league’s first Golden Boot, and a sweep of major individual honours, including Player of the Year, Forward of the Year, and Team of the Season.
Pridham played collegiate soccer at Santa Clara University from 2016 to 2019 before beginning a professional career in Europe, with stops in Iceland and Sweden at ÍBV, Kristianstads DFF, and Linköpings FC. After overcoming a serious knee injury, she rediscovered top form in Ottawa, where her scoring touch, relentless work rate, and leadership helped guide the Rapid to the playoffs in their inaugural season. She earned her first official call-up to the Canada national team in 2025 and made her senior international debut at the 2026 SheBelieves Cup.
Chloe Lachance-Soulardklo-EE la-SHAHN soo-LARD24GoalkeeperCanadaCarleton GK, OUA Community Service Award, strong academic-athlete profile“Lachance-Soulard—a Carleton product and community leader, now gaining valuable experience at the professional level.”Chloé Lachance-Soulard is a Canadian goalkeeper who developed at Carleton University, where she was recognized with the OUA Community Service Award. A dedicated student-athlete in Cognitive Science, she brings leadership, discipline, and a strong team-first mindset as she transitions into the professional environment.
Mia UgarteMEE-ah oo-GAR-tay26ForwardCanadaOttawa South United product, Canada U-17 international“Ugarte—part of Canada’s youth national team pathway, bringing strength and potential in the attack.”Mia Ugarte is a forward who developed with Ottawa South United and has been part of Canada’s U-17 national team program, including selection for the Four Nations Tournament in Mexico City.
Melissa Dagenaismuh-LISS-uh dazh-uh-NAY30GoalkeeperCanada6-foot-1 commanding GK, University of Miami standout, ACC honours, Portugal experience, Canada team camp call-upDagenais — commanding presence, cool distribution, and a clean sheet on debut.Melissa Dagenais is a Canadian goalkeeper from Saint-Hubert, Québec, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. Standing at 6-foot-1, she brings a commanding presence and calm distribution to the back line. She joined Ottawa in 2025 and made an immediate impression, recording a clean sheet in her club debut and establishing herself as a reliable starter during the Rapid’s inaugural season.
Dagenais played collegiate soccer at the University of Miami from 2019 to 2023, making 56 appearances for the Hurricanes and earning multiple ACC Defensive Player of the Week honours, along with repeated selections to the ACC All-Academic Team. Before turning professional, she competed in Quebec’s Première Ligue de soccer du Québec, later gaining international club experience with Damaiense in Portugal. Internationally, she earned her first call-up to the Canada women’s national team camp in 2023, marking another milestone in a steadily rising career.
Jyllissa Harrisjuh-LISA HAIR-ris33DefenderUSANSL Defender of the Year, Team of the Season, NWSL (Houston Dash), NCAA minutes record“Harris— a Defender of the Year, calm, physical, and a real anchor at the back.”Jyllissa Harris is an American defender from Hazlet, New Jersey, who plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League on loan from the Houston Dash of the NWSL. A composed and durable presence, she joined Ottawa in 2025 and quickly became a cornerstone of the defence, earning Defender of the Year honours and a place on the league’s Team of the Season. Harris played collegiately at the University of South Carolina, where she set the NCAA all-time record for minutes played (9,395) and ranks first in program history for games started and played. A United Soccer Coaches Second Team All-American, she was selected in the 2023 NWSL Draft by Houston and has continued her development with Ottawa, where her leadership and consistency define the back line.
Hannah ChownHAN-ah CHOWN41DefenderCanadaUniversity of Toronto standout, 2025-2026 U of T Athlete of the Year, national champion, U team captain“Chown—OUA MVP out of the University of Toronto—brings leadership and championship experience into this Ottawa side.”Hannah Chown is a Canadian defender who captained the University of Toronto Varsity Blues to their first-ever OUA championship. A five-time OUA all-star and U SPORTS All-Canadian, she was named OUA MVP and earned national recognition for her leadership and defensive excellence. She scored the game-winning goal in the OUA final and finished her university career with 68 appearances and 20 goals, combining defensive reliability with attacking contribution.
Katrine Pedersenkah-TREE-nuh PED-er-sen-Head CoachDenmarkDenmark captain (210 caps), UEFA Pro Licence, elite international pedigree“Pedersen—over 200 caps for Denmark, now bringing that experience to the sidelines.”Katrine Pedersen is the head coach of Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League. A former captain of the Denmark national team, she earned a record 210 international caps and competed in multiple FIFA Women’s World Cups and UEFA European Championships. Known for her leadership and tactical intelligence as a player, she transitioned into coaching with the Denmark women’s national team as an assistant before becoming head coach of AGF. She joined Ottawa in 2024 as the club’s first head coach and led the team to a second-place finish in its inaugural season. A UEFA Pro Licence holder, Pedersen brings elite international experience and a structured, disciplined approach to building the team’s identity.