Ottawa, August 8, 2026 – The Midnight Suns, Canada’s Women’s National Development Team, have announced the roster for the 2026 49th Parallel Cup.
The Midnight Suns program provides development opportunities and a pathway to future selection for the Northern Lights.
The team has competed at various international tournaments, including the 2014 AFL International Cup and 2017 London Footy Carnival. Most recently, the Midnight Suns defeated the USA Liberty at the 2023 49th Parallel Cup held in Wisconsin, USA.
Seven clubs are represented in the side, which was chosen following the National Team Training Camp held in Montreal earlier this year.
Midnight Suns Roster
| Player | Club |
| Lyndsay Greasley | Burnaby Eagles |
| Cait Lydynuik | Burnaby Eagles |
| Ashtyn Guevara | Calgary Kookaburras |
| Caitlin Harvey | Calgary Kookaburras |
| Zoe Hutton | Calgary Kookaburras |
| Mathilda Anderson | High Park Demons |
| Stella Anderson | High Park Demons |
| Cricket Temple | High Park Demons |
| Larissa Andrusyshyn | Ottawa Swans / Québec Saints |
| Alexandra Caron | Ottawa Swans / Québec Saints |
| Genevieve Habre | Québec Saints |
| Camila Rubiano | Québec Saints / Cornwall Tigers |
| Fredriz Cantilado | Toronto Central Blues |
| Jacqueline Cowling | Toronto Central Blues |
| Michelle Cowling | Toronto Central Blues |
| Krista Kent | Toronto Central Blues |
| Grace Stein | Toronto Central Blues |
| Pascale Walters | Vancouver Cougars |
Coaches & Staff
| Coaches & Staff | Title |
| Dean Hinchliffe | Head Coach |
| Tayha Hutchinson | Assistant Coach |
| Mark Bang | Assistant Coach |
| Kristin Foster | Team Manager |
| Phil Manassa | Support Coach |
| Melissa Mancini | Support Coach |
| Mick Smith | Runner |
| Chantal Smith | Physio/Medical |
The 49th Parallel Cup was first played in Chicago, Illinois in 1999. The first Women’s competition was held in 2007 in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Northern Lights lead the series against the USA Freedom 5-2, while the USA Revolution leads Team Canada Northwind 11-1.
The 2026 49th Parallel Cup will be held in Kelowna, British Columbia on August 29th. The tournament will feature Men’s and Women’s National Teams from Canada and the USA, national development teams, and local representative sides.
All matches will be broadcast live on the AFL Canada YouTube page. More information, including match schedules, will be announced shortly. Follow AFL Canada on social media or visit the AFL Canada website for all the latest news and updates.
About AFL Canada
AFL Canada is the AFL-sanctioned National Governing Body and not-for-profit committed to promoting, growing, and developing the sport of Australian Football in Canada. Since 1989, AFL Canada has supported clubs, leagues, and provincial associations through program development, resources, national and international tournaments, marketing, youth programs, and other strategic initiatives.
As the recognized AFL International Affiliate, AFL Canada is motivated to ensure the game can prosper and progress through all formats, levels, and competitions across the country. To learn more, visit AFL Canada.
Contact
Greg Bridges
Executive Director
AFL Canada
email : greg@aflcanada.com
