Halifax Tides FC kicked off their Northern Super League sophomore season with a dominant performance against Ottawa Rapid FC last Saturday. With over 4,000 spirited fans in attendance, the Tides began their 2026 campaign with a 3-1 win – the most goals in a single game in the club’s history. 

Halifax struck first in the 38th minute, when a corner kick found the head of centre back Addy Weichers as she broke through a crowded six-yard box.

In the 78th minute, Jordyn Rhodes capped off an impressive team display, netting a second Tides goal off the bench after only three minutes on the pitch. Despite relentless pressing from the Tides, Ottawa responded quickly with a long cross and quick finish that cut the lead in half. However, Halifax held firm with their confident possession and composed build-up play. 

The Tides finalized their home opener win in the 84th minute. Midfielder Cho So-Hyun drove into the box, beating three defenders and losing the ball on the fourth, only for Jubes Vallerand to collect it at the top of the 18-yard box, take a touch and tuck it inside the near post.

The win marked not only the start of a new season, but a new start for the Tides, with many new faces and several professional debuts, including Jordyn Rhodes, Naya Cardoza and Kat Jordan.

Post Match Quotes
Wingback Jubes Vallerand on the home opener win: “It was a team effort. We just came out here, we played as a team, we followed the game plan and it was just meant to be.”

Head coach Stephen Hart on the Tides’ defensive play: “The two centre backs were excellent. We’re going to have moments that are a bit nervy, but I thought all-in-all we showed good communication and good composure.”

Halifax Tides FC plays their next match away against AFC Toronto at BMO Field this Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1 p.m. AT.