Veteran Sabrina Gervais Leads Canada into World Championship
Veteran Sabrina Gervais leads Canada's national women's team into the 2026 world championship. The 36-year-old defensive back has spent 24 years in sport, balancing motherhood, a health-care career, and a lifelong passion for flag football.
What's at Stake
Not only will the Canadians chase a gold medal, but also a berth into the 2028 Los Angeles Games, where flag football makes its Olympic debut. Gervais hopes to add Olympian to her life resume, a dream she never thought possible.
Recent Form
Last result: Canada 0-3 Morocco (2026-07-04). Recent form (last 5): 2W-1D-2L (LWLWD, most recent first). The team is looking to improve its performance and secure a spot in the Olympic Games.
What Comes Next?
The world championship begins Thursday in Duesseldorf, Germany. Canada opens against Panama and Brazil before facing Japan on Friday. The top-two finishers will secure Olympic berths, with the United States already having a spot in Los Angeles as host.
More Than Just Flag Football
Gervais has been playing flag football for 24 years and is a veteran of the national team. She juggles football with being a mother to 10-year-old twins and working full-time as an osteopath and kinesiologist. Gervais credits her motherhood and support group for her resilience and patience.
Next Fixture
Canada's next fixture is against Chile at home on September 26, 2026.
