Vancouver Whitecaps FC women shocked in season opener

By Joshua Nanavaty/whitecapsfc.com

In the opening match of their 2012 United Soccer Leagues (USL) W-League season, Vancouver Whitecaps FC women were humbled on Sunday afternoon, losing a 3-2 decision to inter-provincial rivals Victoria Highlanders FC at Royal Athletic Park in Victoria, BC.

The ‘Caps traded chances early with Highlanders FC, as goalkeeper Justine Bernier and the ‘Caps back four weathered an early storm of chances from the home side, who looked to put on a show for the...