“Representation matters. When I was younger, seeing someone like me would have meant the world. Pride means helping create that visibility for the next generation.”⁣ ⁣ These words from Kayla Adamek reflect what Pride means to us at Ottawa Rapid FC. It’s about visibility and making sure young players can look at the game and see themselves in it.⁣ ⁣ Football has always been for everyone, and moments like this are a reminder of how powerful it is when people feel seen, included, and part of the sport in a real way.