Ottawa Rapid Tops Northern Super League as Teams Vie for Playoff Spots

The Ottawa Rapid extended their league lead in the Northern Super League (NSL) with a 2‑1 victory over the Halifax Tides in Week 13, moving to a 10‑2‑1 record and 31 points, a full regulation win ahead of the Montreal Roses. Forward Delaney Baie Pridham tied for the league’s top scorer with eight goals, matching Montreal’s Elyse Bennett.

The Montreal Roses beat Vancouver 4‑3 on the road but fell 2‑1 at home to the Mighty Maroons, keeping Ottawa in front. Halifax, sitting in the middle of the table, seeks its first win after a 1‑0 triumph over the Rise in Week 14 and a recent 2‑1 loss to Ottawa. The Mighty Maroons sit comfortably in third place with 21 points, while Toronto maintains a solid third‑place record.

The upcoming Week 15 matches, including a rematch between Ottawa and Halifax, will determine whether the Rapid can preserve their dominance as the season heads toward the playoffs.