Today, Vancouver Rise FC of the Northern Super League and Seattle Reign of the National Women’s Soccer League announced the transfer of CANWNT forward, Holly Ward.
The Canadian international will join the team immediately and be available for selection as the Seattle Reign head to Inter&Co Stadium to take on the Orlando Pride. The opener for both teams takes place on Sunday, March 15 at 1:00 p.m. PT on Victory+.
“Holly Ward is an exciting young forward with tremendous upside and a mentality that fits
exactly what we’re building at Seattle Reign FC,” said Seattle Reign FC General Manager Lesle Gallimore. “She’s already shown her ability to impact games with her pace, work rate and creativity in the attacking third, and her rise with the Canadian National Team speaks to the quality and potential she brings to our club. We’re thrilled to welcome Holly to Reign FC and look forward to supporting her continued development while she helps strengthen our team and compete for championships.”
Ward, 22, captured the inaugural NSL championship with Vancouver Rise FC in 2025 – scoring the game winner in a 2-1 victory over AFC Toronto. She scored eight goals and tallied five assists, demonstrating her elite attacking prowess.
“I’m incredibly excited to join Seattle Reign FC and take the next step in my career in the NWSL,” said Ward. “This club has such a strong history and a reputation for competing at the highest level, so it’s a special opportunity for me. I’m looking forward to meeting the fans and doing everything I can to help the team succeed.”
Internationally, she has earned nine caps for Canada Women’s National Team – including two appearances (one start) at the 2026 SheBelieves Cup.
The forward played collegiately at the University of Texas from 2021-2024.
