In her first game for Vancouver, Alex Lamontagne scored two goals as the visiting Rise dominated in the second half to defeat Ottawa Rapid 5-1 in a Northern Super League match in Ottawa on Saturday. Anna Bout, Maithe Lopez, and Camila Reyes, who converted a penalty shot, also found the net for the Rise. They scored three goals within a 10-minute period early in the second half before securing a comfortable win at TD Place.
Elise Bell managed to score a consolation goal for the Rapid in the 82nd minute, ending Jessica Wulf’s hopes of a clean sheet. Following this victory, the Rise climbed to fourth place in the league, edging past the Halifax Tide by one point. Their record stands at seven wins, one draw, and nine losses, totaling 22 points. Meanwhile, the first-placed Rapid maintain their lead with 33 points, staying ahead of the Montreal Roses with a record of 10 wins, four losses, and three draws.
The Rise had a slight advantage in possession, controlling 53% of the ball compared to the Rapid’s 47%. They also outshot the hosts 17-8, with 11 of their shots on target. Vancouver won four out of the seven corner kicks taken during the game, and both teams received two yellow cards each.
Looking ahead, the Rise will face the Calgary Wild at home on Saturday, August 29, while the Rapid will visit AFC Toronto on Sunday, August 30.