The anticipation is building, the rosters are taking shape, and the Northern Super League is inching closer to its long-awaited kickoff! This week, teams across the league have been busy strengthening their squads with key signings, while players are hitting the pitch for the start of training camp. 

Big Moves Across the League

Halifax Tides FC

Halifax bolstered its squad with two key additions. Anika Tóth, a highly regarded goalkeeper from Oakville, Ontario, joins the Tides after an impressive collegiate career at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She'll bring composure and quick reflexes to Halifax’s last line of defence. Also joining the squad is seasoned midfielder Gunnhildur "Gunny" Yrsa Jónsdóttir from Iceland, who brings experience from Stjarnan FC. Jónsdóttir’s leadership and vision will be crucial in dictating play from the midfield.

Montreal Roses FC

Montreal has reinforced its backline with three defensive signings. Hailey Whitaker, a right back from Birmingham, Alabama, arrives from Icelandic club Valur Reykjavík, bringing international experience to the Roses. The center-back duo of Lucy Cappadona (Marlborough, Massachusetts, University of Connecticut) and Julia Leas (Vienna, Virginia, Vittsjö GIK) adds strength and depth to Montreal’s defence. Expect the Roses to be a formidable force at the back this season.

Vancouver Rise FC

Vancouver made the biggest splash this week with a flurry of signings across all areas of the pitch. The club has secured goalkeeper Jessica Wulf (Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza) to provide stability in goal. The defensive reinforcements include Jasmyne Spencer (Angel City FC), Jessika Cowart (Perth Glory), Kennedy Faulkner (Canberra United), and Jaylyn Wright (Utah Valley University), ensuring Vancouver’s backline is one to watch.

The Rise also made attacking additions, signing winger Lisa Pechersky from Toronto, formerly with Vittsjö GIK, along with Swedish winger Sara Lilja Vidlund (Djurgårdens IF). Up top, Vancouver welcomes forward Mariah Lee (DC Power FC), whose pace and creativity will be an asset in breaking down opposing defences.

Training Camps Are Underway!

With rosters coming together, teams have officially begun training camp, marking a major milestone as the Northern Super League inches toward its debut. These crucial early weeks will allow squads to build chemistry, implement tactical plans, and develop a strong team identity. The energy is electric, and the excitement is contagious—this is where the league truly comes to life!

Want an insider’s look at your favourite team’s preparations? Be sure to follow the Northern Super League and your club’s official social media accounts for exclusive training camp footage, player interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments. From first-day drills to locker-room camaraderie, now is the perfect time to get invested in the journey ahead.

The countdown to kickoff has begun, and the Northern Super League is shaping up to be a thrilling spectacle. Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready to cheer on your team in what promises to be an unforgettable season!