In her first game for Vancouver, Alex Lamontagne netted two goals as the visiting Rise dominated the second half to defeat top-ranked Ottawa Rapid 5-1 in Northern Super League action on Saturday in Ottawa. Anna Bout, Maithe Lopez, and Camila Reyes, who converted a penalty kick, also found the back of the net for the Rise, who scored three goals within a 10-minute span early in the second half before securing a comfortable victory at TD Place. Elise Bell managed to score a late goal in the 82nd minute for the Rapid, denying Jessica Wulf a clean sheet.
Following this win, the Rise climbed to fourth place in the league standings, surpassing Halifax Tide by one point. The Rise now boast a record of seven wins, one draw, and nine losses, tallying 22 points. Ottawa Rapid, holding the top spot with 33 points, are three points ahead of Montreal Roses, with a record of 10 wins, four losses, and three draws.
The Rise held a slight edge in possession, controlling 53% of the ball compared to the Rapid’s 47%, and outshot the home team 17-8, with 11 shots on target to the Rapid’s 3. Vancouver also earned four corner kicks, while each team received two yellow cards.
Looking ahead, the Rise will face Calgary Wild at home on Saturday, August 29, while the Rapid will travel to play AFC Toronto on Sunday, August 30.