Cavalry FC's bid for a second consecutive North Star Cup was thwarted by Atlético Ottawa in a thrilling 2-1 match, played in snowy conditions at TD Place. The Calgary-based team, led by Tommy Wheeldon Jr., took an early lead through a penalty kick by Fraser Aird, but Atlético Ottawa equalized just seven minutes later with a brilliant bicycle kick by David Rodríguez. The match was decided in extra time, with Rodríguez scoring the winner 20 minutes in. The snowy conditions made for a challenging match, with snow removal efforts every 15 minutes and a 60-minute delay to plow the pitch. Despite the difficulties, the match was an exciting and memorable one, with both teams showing incredible commitment and adaptability. Cavalry FC's Sergio Camargo, who had experience playing in snow in his college years, noted that the conditions were unlike anything he had ever played in before. The loss was a disappointing end to a strong season for Cavalry FC, but the team can take pride in their performance and look forward to next year's campaign. The Canadian Premier League has once again shown its ability to produce exciting and unpredictable matches, and this final will be remembered for a long time. The match was a testament to the strength and resilience of the teams in the league, and the fans who braved the snowy conditions to cheer them on. With the season now over, Cavalry FC will regroup and prepare for next year's challenge, looking to bounce back from this tough loss and make another run at the championship.