CALGARY, AB – League1 Alberta action heats up this week as Foothills WFC and FC teams prepare for high-stakes matches against Calgary Blizzard on Friday, June 6 at Macron Performance Centre. With both Blizzard teams sitting in second spot in the standings, the upcoming doubleheader could have significant implications.
WFC vs. Calgary Blizzard – 5:00 p.m. Kickoff
WFC enters Friday’s clash sitting atop the League1 Alberta table with a remarkable record of four shutouts and the league’s best goal differential, following a decisive 6-0 win over Calgary Rangers. However, Blizzard, currently in second place, handed WFC its only loss of the season and we will be looking for redemption.
“This is an important game at this stage of the season between the current top two teams in the league,” explains Head Coach Lee Tucker. “Blizzard has a lot of quality players. Mykena Walker is an attacking full-back and a current player at the University of Calgary. Aislin Phillips is a calm, composed, and competitive midfielder with extensive experience at the USports level, having played for UBC and is now also at the University of Calgary. Both Mykena and Aislin played with the Wild Reserve Team during its friendlies games in Vancouver last weekend. They helped Blizzard get the win over us last time out, and we want to get that back. We are looking to maintain our strong run of form and extend our lead at the top of the league as we begin a very challenging month of games.”
WFC goalkeeper Sarah Bach will play a key role in Friday’s game. Tucker says, “Sarah has shown great maturity this season and made some key saves for us. To lead our backline to 4 clean sheets so far is a fantastic achievement and something she and the team should be very proud of.”
FC vs. Calgary Blizzard – 7:30 p.m. Kickoff
On the men’s side, FC will be eager to bounce back after a tough loss to Calgary Rangers last week. Thursday’s matchup against a strong Blizzard squad offers a chance to gain ground in the standings and reset momentum.
Head Coach Connor Brady says, “We are looking to build some momentum back within our season. The lads are looking forward to another opportunity to showcase themselves against a strong Blizzard team, aiming to prove that the first match was not a true representation of what we are capable of. Coming off a bye-weekend, a few of our leaders, such as Miguel Mendoza, have had a chance to recover from injuries. Evan Cunningham is making his League1 debut after suffering a tough injury during pre-season training camp. Our expectations are high, and 3 points is the goal.”
Match Details
Thursday, June 6
Macron Performance Centre, 111 Exploration Ave SE, Calgary
- WFC kickoff: 5:00 p.m.
- FC kickoff: 7:30 p.m.
- Tickets are available at the door
***Thank You to Our Sponsors and Supporters***
The players and coaches would like to thank our supporters, especially our League1 Alberta sponsors: Perfection Millwork and Phoenix Technology Services. We are indebted to you!
About Foothills FC and WFC in League1 Alberta
League1 Alberta is the province of Alberta’s pro am, standards-based senior league. It serves as a stepping stone between Alberta’s high-performance youth level, elite amateur, and professional levels. League1 Alberta aims to showcase and develop Canada’s future soccer stars, coaches, and match officials. League1 Alberta is an official member of League1 Canada.
In 2023 (League1 Alberta’s inaugural year), Foothills FC capped off a dominant season by finishing first in the regular standings and winning the championship final against St. Albert Impact. In 2024, FC delivered another strong campaign but fell just short of back-to-back titles, losing a hard-fought final to Edmonton Scottish. Despite the setback, the team’s resilience, adaptability, and commitment to excellence stood out. Player development and team cohesion continue to advance, with the club maintaining a sharp focus on the growth of both athletes and coaches, laying a strong foundation for an exciting 2025 season. The Foothills FC League1 Alberta team is coached by Connor Brady.
Foothills WFC competed in League1 Alberta in 2023 and 2024 as a development team for the Club’s Pro-Am program, which participated in the United Women’s Soccer League. During this time, our primary focus was on building our athletes’ skills and preparing them for higher levels of competition. Now, as we embrace new opportunities through the Northern Super League (NSL), we are setting our sights on dominating League1 Alberta in 2025. Our athletes are eager to showcase their growth, and we anticipate a strong season, fueled by ambition, talent, and preparation. The Foothills WFC League1 Alberta team is coached by Lee Tucker.
Media Contact
Lee Tucker
Foothills WFC Head Coach and Calgary Foothills Soccer Club Academy Director
403.225.9388
leetucker@gofoothills.ca
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