Saskatchewan forward Elly Mitchell commits to Axewomen soccer for 2026 season
October 30, 2025
WOLFVILLE, N.S. – The Acadia Axewomen women’s soccer program has announced the commitment of forward Elly Mitchell from Prince Albert, Sask., for the 2026 Atlantic University Sport (AUS) season.
Standing 5'4, Mitchell brings a mix of speed, creativity and finishing ability to the Axewomen attack. A product of the Saskatchewan Excel Program, she began her career in Prince Albert before moving to Saskatoon to join the province’s high-performance pathway.
During her time in Prince Albert, Mitchell earned indoor and outdoor provincial MVP honours in 2021 and 2022. With the Saskatchewan Excel Program, she continued to excel, being named an FTF Top 60 Attendee, Whitecaps FC Top 20 Invitational Camp participant, and Saskatchewan FTF Combine Overall MVP.
Mitchell has also represented Team Saskatchewan at the 2025 Canada Games and competed at the 2023 North American Indigenous Games, which were hosted in Halifax.
She will study environmental science at Acadia University. Mitchell said she was drawn to Acadia’s strong academics, close-knit community and the welcoming culture of the soccer program.
“I was able to talk to Coach D during the Canada Games, and I’ve never felt so excited and interested in a school like Acadia,” said Mitchell. “The team culture, the coaches and the sense of community really stood out to me. I can’t wait to call Wolfville home.”
Head coach Danielle Cyr said Mitchell’s competitive drive and attacking instincts make her an ideal addition to the program.
“Elly brings incredible energy and an unrivalled level of compete to everything she does,” said Cyr. “She is a pacey attacking player with excellent 1v1 skills and a great ability to score goals. We’re thrilled to have her join our Axewomen family and can’t wait to see her thrive both on the field and in the classroom here at Acadia.”
Mitchell is expected to make an immediate impact when she joins the Axewomen for the 2026 season.