Edmonton Angels SSC Shine at Nationals with a 7th Place Finish

The Edmonton Angels SSC women’s soccer team made an unforgettable mark at this year’s national championships, proudly representing our club and community on the national stage. With determination, teamwork, and heart, the Angels battled through four intense matches, finishing 7th in Canada—a result that reflects both their grit and growth.

Game 1: Learning Curve Against CS Trident – Ouest de Québec

The tournament kicked off with a tough match against CS Trident, ending in a 0–6 loss. Despite the scoreline, the team held their heads high and used the experience to fuel their drive for the rest of the competition.

Game 2: Facing Caledon United FC

In their second outing, the Angels showed resilience and improved play, though they fell 0–4 to a strong Caledon United FC side. The team’s spirit never wavered, and their focus sharpened heading into the next match.

Game 3: A Fierce Fight with St. John’s SC

This match was a turning point. The Angels found their rhythm and netted two fantastic goals—one from Diane Strang and another from Jenaya Brown. Though the game ended in a narrow 2–3 loss, it was a showcase of the team’s growing confidence and attacking flair.

Game 4: Shootout Glory and a Heroic Finish

The final match was a thriller that went to a shootout. Goalkeeper Maddy Kempster delivered clutch saves that sealed the win and secured the team’s 7th place finish. Her performance was nothing short of heroic and capped off the tournament on a high note.

Shoutouts and Thanks

A huge thank you to our incredible coaching staff—Tony Costa, Cody Hogberg, and Kat Bonnycastle—for their leadership and dedication. Special appreciation to Manager Terrie Wispinski for keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

We also want to give a shoutout to Loris Mattiello Photography and Kaiser Co Photography for capturing the spirit and action of the tournament so beautifully.

This experience has laid a strong foundation, and we can’t wait to build on it for next year. The Edmonton Angels SSC are just getting started—watch this space!