Canada Women Prevail Over China In Added Time

MONCTON, NB — Some added-time magic by Christine Sinclair was the difference in a 1:0 victory over China PR on Wednesday 30 May in Moncton, NB. The late Sinclair goal off a Diana Matheson free kick provides a memorable send off for the Canadian women’s team, who were making their first appearance in New Brunswick more »


Canada Women’s Roster Announced For Moncton

OTTAWA, ON — Canada has announced its roster for the upcoming Women’s International Friendly match in Moncton, NB, a match that not only celebrates Canada’s Centennial year, but also serves as an Olympic send off for the national team. The Canadian team will face China PR this coming Wednesday 30 May 2012 at Stade Moncton more »


CSA Unveils 100-Year Hall Of Fame Best XI Roster

OTTAWA, ON — The Canadian Soccer Association has announced the selection of two “Best XI n 50 Years” by The Soccer Hall of Fame in honour of Association’s centenary celebrations. The two lists pay tribute to 22 players from two distinct eras in Canadian football: a team of XI from 1912-1962 and a team of more »


HEAT ALERT — Avoiding and Preventing Heat Related Injuries When Playing Soccer

Proper Hydration is key to AVOID AND PREVENT HEAT RELATED INJURIES WHEN PLAYING SOCCER There are some simple guidelines which have been prepared by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) when it comes to running activities in a hot and/or humid environment. The goal in participating in hot weather is to avoid fluid loss more »


Ontario Cup Prelims Kick Off May 26-27 Weekend

VAUGHAN, ON – It’s that time of year again! This weekend marks the beginning of the 2012 Ontario Cup with the first Preliminary Rounds set for action.   2011 Ontario Cup U16 Finals action With nearly 600 teams entered across 21 divisions, the Ontario Cup is the largest provincial sporting competition of its kind in more »


CSA Countdown To 100th Anniversary Celebration

OTTAWA, ON — The Canadian Soccer Association officially celebrates its 100th birthday on 24 May 2012, kicking off a 10-day countdown towards the Association’s Centennial match on 3 June at BMO Field. As part of the celebration, the Canadian Soccer Association has unveiled the first of "Top-10 Moments" in Canadian soccer history, released the voting more »


Toronto FC Wins 4th Canadian Championship

TORONTO, ON — Toronto FC has won the 2012 Amway Canadian Championship following a 1:0 victory over Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Toronto won its fourth-straight Canadian title, this time winning 2-1 on aggregate with both a goal on the road and at home in the two-leg final. Reggie Lambe scored the winning goal in the 84th more »


Celebrate An Evening Of Soccer Excellence With The Soccer Hall Of Fame

VAUGHAN, ON — This year we will be honouring 8 extraordinary Canadians, 1 Soccer organization and 1 team of distinction. Also, in celebration of the Canadian Soccer Association’s 100th anniversary, the Team of the Half Century (1962-2012) will be recognized for the impact that they have made on the sport of soccer in our country. more »


DeRo United Youth Soccer Tour

VAUGHAN, ON — Major League Soccer’s 2011 MVP, Dwayne DeRosario was at the OSA Centre this past May 6, 2012, enjoying and training over 200 Youths. Host Anthony Totera interviewed The 2011 MLS Golden Boot winner along with event highlights. To view the Video please click on the link http://youtu.be/-JBUbVlOP6Y For more information on the more »


Canada Men Preliminary Roster Announced

OTTAWA, ON — Canada has announced its preliminary roster in advance of its 2012 Centennial Match and FIFA World Cup Qualifiers this June. Canadian head coach Stephen Hart has selected 22 players for the 11-day preparatory camp that runs 21-31 May in USA. The team then travels to Toronto for its 100th anniversary match against more »