Canadian winger Melanie Forbes, formerly of Portugal and Iceland, joins Ottawa Rapid FC as the first player signing announced by the franchise. Forbes expressed excitement about the league's potential and the positive environment created by Ottawa. Her previous experience abroad and her collegiate career at Indiana University have prepared her for success in the new league.
After playing in Portugal and Iceland, Melanie Forbes is happy to be back in Canada — thanks to the Northern Super League.
"I think when deciding between these things, you ought to listen to your gut. And my gut was pointing towards Ottawa," Forbes said."Every interaction I had with Ottawa I was just so excited after each one. And they really made it work for me." She played her collegiate soccer at Indiana University where she made 85 appearances , collecting nine goals and seven assists in 3,376 minutes. It proved to be a learning experience with Forbes having to adjust to new coach Erwin van Bennekom, formerly of Duke, arriving midway though her time as a Hoosier.
In Portugal, the emphasis was on a"pretty style of soccer" — playing in tight spaces and connecting with teammates.Her time there also gave her a chance to learn Portuguese and connect with relatives
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