ATLANTIC CANADA'S
FIRST PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S SOCCER CLUB
Built for the community, by the community, Halifax Tides FC is more than a soccer team—it’s a symbol of East Coast pride. Founded through a mix of local leadership, grassroots support, and visionary investment, the club has already begun to weave itself into the fabric of Halifax. The club has quickly become a beacon for young athletes and fans alike, bringing the roar of professional soccer to a city ready to rise with the Tides.
Halifax Tides FC is proud to bring a new level of professional soccer to Atlantic Canada—creating opportunities, inspiring dreams, and building lasting pathways for young soccer players across the region. The journey has just begun, and the future of the game on the East Coast has never looked brighter– let’s rise together.
MISSION We are building a professional soccer club where every player can flourish, every fan can find belonging and every person can realize their potential. Rooted in Halifax and connected to our community, we lead with authenticity and warmth, create unforgettable moments and build meaningful relationships — on the pitch and beyond.
VISION To inspire future generations, create space for people to dream big and unlock the limitless potential of women’s soccer.
Leadership
Courtney Sherlock, CEO/Co-founder
Dr. Courtney Sherlock, Co-founder and CEO of Halifax Tides FC, is a veterinarian and business owner in the HRM, with six veterinary hospitals and various investments. Honoured as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top 50 CEOs in 2022, she was introduced to soccer through her children and is excited to be part of the NSL's founding teams. Courtney believes a professional women’s soccer league is long overdue in Canada and looks forward to the league’s launch in 2025. She lives in Cow Bay with her husband, three children, and their pets.
Val Malone, Club President
Val is a seasoned executive with expertise in sports marketing, strategic leadership, and operational efficiency. After 23 years in Toronto, she returned to Halifax and quickly became active in the local sports community. Val has worked with major properties like the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs and co-founded the M+M Girls Movement, a youth leadership program. Certified in professional coaching, she is passionate about empowering teams, advocating for women’s leadership, and driving innovation in business and environmental conservation.
Ruth Fahy, Vice President of Football
Ruth Fahy brings extensive global football experience and strategic leadership to the Tides as vice-president of football. Joining from MLS’s Colorado Rapids, she most recently led football operations, compliance and safeguarding while supporting recruitment and technical development. Originally from Galway, Ireland, Ruth is a qualified lawyer with postgraduate credentials in sports law, a UEFA B coaching licence and experience in the Women’s League of Ireland. She has also worked as a football analyst and commentator in Ireland.