Canada Soccer will honour three retired Women’s National Team players during the Vancouver match against the USA 9 November at BC Place.
Brittany Timko Baxter, Chelsea Stewart and Kelly Parker, all members of Canada Soccer’s London 2012 Bronze medal winning team, will be recognized in a ceremony at half time at centre pitch.
“We are delighted to have the opportunity to welcome back these players who have all had a great impact on Canadian soccer, and to honour them for their contribution to this team and our sport,” said Canada Soccer President Steven Reed. “The London 2012 Olympics has gone down in history as a watershed moment for women’s soccer in Canada in part due to the dedication of these women. On behalf of Canada Soccer, thank you Brittany, Chelsea and Kelly, for your commitment to excellence and congratulations on your wonderful international careers.”
Brittany Timko Baxter appeared for Canada 132 times during her international career. A native of Coquitlam, BC, she was 16 years old when she made her debut for Canada in 2002. A long-time staple on Canada’s midfield and front line, Timko Baxter won the golden boot at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2004, and helped Canada earn several CONCACAF medals, and entry into FIFA Women’s World Cup competition. In 2012, she helped Canada win the Bronze medal at the London 2012 Olympics, playing in the group stage, quarterfinal and Bronze medal match.
Chelsea Stewart made 44 appearances for Canada, beginning her international career at 18 with a gold medal at the 2008 CONCACAF Women's Under-20 Championship, followed by a gold medal at the 2010 CONCACAF championship. Raised in The Pas, MB, Stewart has played as a defender and midfielder, helping to qualify Canada for the London 2012 Olympic Games and earning the 2012 bronze medal as a finisher in four matches at the Olympic Games.
Kelly Parker, from Regina, SK, made 40 appearances for Canada Soccer’s Women’s National Team as a midfielder, debuting at 22 years old in 2003. She played in a career-high of 20 consecutive international matches for Canada in 2011 and 2012. Her final match for Canada was played in Coventry during the London 2012 Olympic Games, helping to earn Canada the Olympic bronze medal.