Ottawa Rapid Steal the Points in Halifax
Ottawa's own Northern Super League side, the Ottawa Rapid, came away from Halifax with three crucial points Friday evening after a tense 2-1 victory over the Tides — a win that came down to the final minute of the match.
The hero of the night was forward Delaney Baie Pridham, who had a game to remember for all the right and wrong reasons. Late in the first half, Pridham stepped up to take a penalty kick with a chance to put the Rapid ahead — and saw it saved, leaving the score level heading into halftime.
Redemption in the 89th Minute
But Pridham wasn't done. With just one minute left on the clock in the second half, she found the back of the net to give Ottawa the lead for good, sending the visiting side and their travelling supporters into celebration. The goal was the kind of redemption arc that soccer fans live for — a player who missed a penalty coming back to win the game outright.
The Rapid had gone ahead earlier in the contest before Halifax drew level, setting up a tense finale at the Tides' home ground. Ottawa held on to take all three points back to the capital.
A Big Result for the Rapid
The Northern Super League — Canada's new professional women's soccer league — has brought serious competitive football to Ottawa, and the Rapid have been one of the clubs capturing local attention since the league's launch. A road win against Halifax is no small feat, and results like Friday's will only help build the team's momentum heading deeper into the season.
For Ottawa soccer fans, Pridham's winner is the kind of moment that gets replayed in highlight reels. Surviving the pressure of a missed penalty and then delivering the decisive goal with one minute remaining takes serious mental fortitude — and the Rapid will be counting on that grit as the NSL season continues.
Keep an Eye on Ottawa Rapid
If you haven't been following the Ottawa Rapid yet, now's a great time to jump in. The Northern Super League is showcasing some of the best women's soccer talent in Canada, and Ottawa has a side worth cheering for. Check the team's schedule for upcoming home matches and get out to support local professional women's football.
Source: CBC Ottawa via RSS. Original report by CBC Sports.
