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An internet view of current League1 Ontario players and clubs, and alumni making headlines at higher levels.

Please see below for a selection of L1ON-related content.

Northern Tribune: AFC Toronto adds Leah Pais

Northern Super League side AFC Toronto has brought in its second-ever player signing, with 22-year-old forward Leah Pais reuniting with Jade Kovacevic at the NSL launch team.

Read more by John Jacques: https://northerntribune.ca/afc-toronto-leah-pais-sign/

Toronto Reds: Richie Laryea Shines in Canada’s CONCACAF Nations League Victory

Former Sigma defender Laryea made quite the mark against Suriname on Tuesday.

Read more by Oscar Cortes: https://torontoreds.com/richie-laryea-shines-in-canada-s-concacaf-nations-league-victory-01jd3s2qy63t

67 Hail Hail: Alistair Johnston reveals non-footballer sporting hero and why he ‘correlates well’ with Celtic

The former Vaughan Azzurri defender has named a Swiss tennis icon as his inspiration.

Read more by Patrick Sinat: https://www.67hailhail.com/news/alistair-johnston-reveals-non-footballer-sporting-hero-and-why-he-correlates-well-with-celtic/

The New York Times: Olivia Smith interview: From wanting to ‘become a legend’ aged seven to playing for Canada aged 15

The former North Toronto forward has had quite the impact at new club Liverpool so far.

Read more by Megan Feringa: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5921195/2024/11/15/olivia-smith-interview-liverpool-canada/

Timmins Today: York United FC adds League1 Ontario entry, still searching for new coach and stadium

There will be a new name in the Men’s Championship Division in 2025.

Read more by Neil Davidson: https://www.timminstoday.com/national-sports/york-united-fc-adds-league1-ontario-entry-still-searching-for-new-coach-and-stadium-9807567