Rising Tides: Meet the first-ever pro women’s soccer players in Halifax

like I’ve never experienced before.” But it was a good kind of intensity, she clarifies. The kind that makes you better. The kind that pushes you to be your best.

Now, as a member of the Halifax Tides, Creighton is eager to bring that same level of intensity and competitiveness to her new team. She knows that she has big shoes to fill, being a rookie in a league filled with experienced players like Erin McLeod. But she’s ready for the challenge.

“I’m excited to learn from players like Erin and to soak up as much knowledge and experience as I can,” Creighton says. “I know that I have a lot to learn, but I’m eager to put in the work and prove myself on the field.”

For Creighton, joining the Halifax Tides is more than just a professional opportunity—it’s a chance to be a part of history. As one of the first players to be signed to the team, she knows that she is helping to pave the way for future generations of female soccer players in Canada.

“I feel incredibly honored to be a part of this team and this league,” Creighton says. “I hope that we can inspire young girls across the country to chase their dreams and believe that anything is possible.”

With just 76 days left until the start of the Northern Super League season, both Erin McLeod and Gianna Creighton are gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable inaugural season for the Halifax Tides. As the countdown continues, the excitement is building, and the anticipation is palpable. It’s clear that something special is about to unfold on the soccer pitches of Halifax, and these two players are ready to give it their all.