The Montreal Roses have made a significant decision following their exit from the W Canadian Championship by parting ways with their inaugural head coach, Robert Rositoiu. The club’s sporting director, Marinette Pichon, conveyed this news in a press release issued on Thursday morning, expressing gratitude to Rositoiu for his foundational work with the professional women’s soccer team during its early stages.
Acknowledging the difficulty of such a decision, Pichon emphasized the need for a fresh start to navigate the remainder of the season and propel the club’s growth. Despite holding the second position in the Northern Super League (NSL) with 27 points and 10 matches remaining in the regular season, the Roses are seeking a new direction.
Robert Rositoiu took on the role of head coach in September 2024 in preparation for the Roses’ debut season in the NSL in 2025. In the interim period, Maryse Bard-Martel, the team’s former first assistant coach and head of goalkeeping, will assume the role of interim head coach. Bard-Martel’s leadership will commence with the upcoming match against AFC Toronto this Sunday.