US Edition'I never really thought it would be possible': First NSL game special for players
- Canada's new women's professional soccer league, called the Northern Super League, will officially launch at B.C. Place when the Calgary Wild faces the Vancouver Rise on April 15, 2025.
- Lydia Bedford, head coach of Calgary Wild, emphasized the importance of pride for her players during this historic match.
- Christine Sinclair, part owner of Vancouver Rise, mentioned the significance of this game, calling it a moment she will never forget.
- Anja Heiner-Moller, head coach of Vancouver Rise, expressed excitement about the game, comparing the anticipation to the lead-up to a wedding.
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Prince George Citizen
'I never really thought it would be possible': First NSL game special for players
VANCOUVER — The memory of being a flag-bearer at the 2015 Women's World Cup still looms large for Christie Gray. She was a 15-year-old soccer player and seeing her idols — including Canadian legend Christine Sinclair — up close at B.C.
Playing 1st-ever Northern Super League game 'a privilege' for Vancouver Rise, Calgary Wild
There'll be a lot of emotions circulating at B.C. Place on Wednesday when Canada's new women's professional soccer league officially launches. The first Northern Super League game follows 10 weeks of pre-season preparation for each of the league's six teams.
Matheson, Sinclair, Litz feeling grateful on eve of first Northern Super League game
Northern Super League co-founder Diana Matheson, president Christina Litz and Vancouver Rise investor Christine Sinclair shared their feelings on the eve of the first game in NSL history between Vancouver and Calgary.
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