Josh Healey
@joshrjhealey.bsky.social
Canadian footy journalist based in Nova Scotia ⛵
Words in OneSoccer, CanPL.ca, Atlantic Business Magazine, Chronicle Herald, St. John’s Telegram and more. Blog: hfxfootballpost.ca.
Words in OneSoccer, CanPL.ca, Atlantic Business Magazine, Chronicle Herald, St. John’s Telegram and more. Blog: hfxfootballpost.ca.
After a lengthy struggle with post-concussion symptoms, 2025 was the year of writing. I’m thankful to have had words in @theathleticfc.bsky.social, @us.theguardian.com, @onesoccer.bsky.social, @thechronicleherald.bsky.social and more throughout the year. Here’s to many more stories in 2026.
December 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
After a lengthy struggle with post-concussion symptoms, 2025 was the year of writing. I’m thankful to have had words in @theathleticfc.bsky.social, @us.theguardian.com, @onesoccer.bsky.social, @thechronicleherald.bsky.social and more throughout the year. Here’s to many more stories in 2026.
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“I stopped watching when Rick left.”
I have died DEAD.
RIP, me.
😵😂
I have died DEAD.
RIP, me.
😵😂
December 29, 2025 at 6:26 PM
“I stopped watching when Rick left.”
I have died DEAD.
RIP, me.
😵😂
I have died DEAD.
RIP, me.
😵😂
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🚨 BREAKING: Nashville SC are sending winger Jacob Shaffelburg to Los Angeles FC, sources confirm to @sixonefivesoccer.com. Shaffelburg spent four seasons in Nashville and broke into Canadian national team, and now joins one of the best attacks in MLS.
December 29, 2025 at 2:52 PM
🚨 BREAKING: Nashville SC are sending winger Jacob Shaffelburg to Los Angeles FC, sources confirm to @sixonefivesoccer.com. Shaffelburg spent four seasons in Nashville and broke into Canadian national team, and now joins one of the best attacks in MLS.
A good Christmas Day read. Happy holidays to all!
December 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A good Christmas Day read. Happy holidays to all!
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New: Evangelista Sports, a shop that has doubled as a shrine to the city’s soccer-obsessed for more than 40 years, was the location for FC Supra's first signings.
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
‘Un club d’ici’: FC Supra turns to a Bilbao-style model to keep Québec talent at home
By representing its region’s distinct culture and players, the Canadian Premier League team aims to boost the province’s undoubted soccer potential
www.theguardian.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:03 PM
New: Evangelista Sports, a shop that has doubled as a shrine to the city’s soccer-obsessed for more than 40 years, was the location for FC Supra's first signings.
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
Heck of a way to spend TIbb's Eve — or in this case, Tibb's Morning — chatting @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, giving gifts and waxing poetic on #CanPL. Lovely time ahead of the holidays.
NEW: In what has become one of my favourite Christmas traditions, @landofsticks.bsky.social and @joshrjhealey.bsky.social join the Wanderer Grounds podcast to gift presents to each of the returning @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social.
Plus, we break down Marco Carducci's signing.
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Plus, we break down Marco Carducci's signing.
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Marco Carducci to Halifax! Plus, a Christmas Extravaganza - The Wanderer Grounds | A Halifax Soccer Podcast
This week, Matt and Martin are joined by Josh Healey (HFX Football Post) to talk about Marco Carducci signing with the Halifax Wanderers on a two-year deal. Plus, the guys give out holiday gifts to ea...
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December 24, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Heck of a way to spend TIbb's Eve — or in this case, Tibb's Morning — chatting @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, giving gifts and waxing poetic on #CanPL. Lovely time ahead of the holidays.
Happy Tibb's Eve to all who celebrate!
December 23, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Happy Tibb's Eve to all who celebrate!
Sources: Atlético Ottawa defender Loïc Cloutier is drawing interest from Sweden, Belgium and France.
With several of the club's young players in demand, it remains to be seen which — if any — the club will part with before their Concacaf Champions Cup tie versus Nashville SC. #CanPL
With several of the club's young players in demand, it remains to be seen which — if any — the club will part with before their Concacaf Champions Cup tie versus Nashville SC. #CanPL
Sources: Defender Loïc Cloutier drawing European interest
Centre-back Loïc Cloutier is the latest Atlético Ottawa player to draw interest following a strong 2025 campaign, with the 21-year old garnering attention from clubs in Belgium, Sweden and France, sou...
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December 23, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Sources: Atlético Ottawa defender Loïc Cloutier is drawing interest from Sweden, Belgium and France.
With several of the club's young players in demand, it remains to be seen which — if any — the club will part with before their Concacaf Champions Cup tie versus Nashville SC. #CanPL
With several of the club's young players in demand, it remains to be seen which — if any — the club will part with before their Concacaf Champions Cup tie versus Nashville SC. #CanPL
Manny Aparicio has signed a two-year deal with Atlético Ottawa following a stellar season, the club announced today.
Going all the way back to November, I was told this deal was always going to get done as it was a good fit for both sides.
Photo Credit: ATO
Going all the way back to November, I was told this deal was always going to get done as it was a good fit for both sides.
Photo Credit: ATO
December 23, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Manny Aparicio has signed a two-year deal with Atlético Ottawa following a stellar season, the club announced today.
Going all the way back to November, I was told this deal was always going to get done as it was a good fit for both sides.
Photo Credit: ATO
Going all the way back to November, I was told this deal was always going to get done as it was a good fit for both sides.
Photo Credit: ATO
Marco Carducci joins @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social with a winner's resumé and a good reputation. But he's also coming off a season where he conceded a career worst 39 goals.
My analysis for hfxfootballpost.ca on how he fits with the Wanderers and what his signing means for the club's trophy window.
My analysis for hfxfootballpost.ca on how he fits with the Wanderers and what his signing means for the club's trophy window.
Analysis: Wanderers sign veteran 'keeper Marco Carducci to two-year deal
The Halifax Wanderers made another statement on Monday as the club announced they'd signed 29-year old goalkeeper Marco Carducci to a two-year deal. He heads to Nova Scotia following seven seasons wit...
www.hfxfootballpost.ca
December 23, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Marco Carducci joins @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social with a winner's resumé and a good reputation. But he's also coming off a season where he conceded a career worst 39 goals.
My analysis for hfxfootballpost.ca on how he fits with the Wanderers and what his signing means for the club's trophy window.
My analysis for hfxfootballpost.ca on how he fits with the Wanderers and what his signing means for the club's trophy window.
Reposted by Josh Healey
New: Goalkeeper Marco Carducci had other options. But he decided to bet on himself, and his desire to be a key part in a championship run with @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, for the next chapter of his career.
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
Marco Carducci had other options. But he bet on himself, and the Wanderers winning silverware, for his next chapter.
After seven seasons with Cavalry FC, long-time goalkeeper and club captain Marco Carducci knew it was time for a change. His path forward was far from decided. But, he tells HFX Football Post in an ex...
www.hfxfootballpost.ca
December 22, 2025 at 4:36 PM
New: Goalkeeper Marco Carducci had other options. But he decided to bet on himself, and his desire to be a key part in a championship run with @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, for the next chapter of his career.
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
New: Evangelista Sports, a shop that has doubled as a shrine to the city’s soccer-obsessed for more than 40 years, was the location for FC Supra's first signings.
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
‘Un club d’ici’: FC Supra turns to a Bilbao-style model to keep Québec talent at home
By representing its region’s distinct culture and players, the Canadian Premier League team aims to boost the province’s undoubted soccer potential
www.theguardian.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:03 PM
New: Evangelista Sports, a shop that has doubled as a shrine to the city’s soccer-obsessed for more than 40 years, was the location for FC Supra's first signings.
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
And like the shop, they hope to become part of the city and province's cultural identity.
My latest for @sport.theguardian.com. #CanPL
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CANMNT’s “Road to 2026" Opens with January Preparatory Camp and International Match vs. Guatemala in California 🍁
North American-based players to participate in 10-day camp in California, including a match against Guatemala on 17 January in Los Angeles.
news.canadasoccer.com/canmnts-road...
North American-based players to participate in 10-day camp in California, including a match against Guatemala on 17 January in Los Angeles.
news.canadasoccer.com/canmnts-road...
CANMNT’s “Road to 2026" Opens with January Preparatory Camp and International Match v. Guatemala in California
North American-based players to participate in 10-day camp in California, including a match against Guatemala on 17 January
news.canadasoccer.com
December 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
CANMNT’s “Road to 2026" Opens with January Preparatory Camp and International Match vs. Guatemala in California 🍁
North American-based players to participate in 10-day camp in California, including a match against Guatemala on 17 January in Los Angeles.
news.canadasoccer.com/canmnts-road...
North American-based players to participate in 10-day camp in California, including a match against Guatemala on 17 January in Los Angeles.
news.canadasoccer.com/canmnts-road...
New: @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social are betting Marco Carducci is up for the challenge of helping them to their first trophy. His signing gives them a dependable option to lean on with experience over the next two years.
But anything other than silverware over this window will be considered a failure.
But anything other than silverware over this window will be considered a failure.
Analysis: Wanderers sign veteran 'keeper Marco Carducci to two-year deal
The Halifax Wanderers made another statement on Monday as the club announced they'd signed 29-year old goalkeeper Marco Carducci to a two-year deal. He heads to Nova Scotia following seven seasons wit...
www.hfxfootballpost.ca
December 22, 2025 at 7:39 PM
New: @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social are betting Marco Carducci is up for the challenge of helping them to their first trophy. His signing gives them a dependable option to lean on with experience over the next two years.
But anything other than silverware over this window will be considered a failure.
But anything other than silverware over this window will be considered a failure.
New: Goalkeeper Marco Carducci had other options. But he decided to bet on himself, and his desire to be a key part in a championship run with @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, for the next chapter of his career.
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
Marco Carducci had other options. But he bet on himself, and the Wanderers winning silverware, for his next chapter.
After seven seasons with Cavalry FC, long-time goalkeeper and club captain Marco Carducci knew it was time for a change. His path forward was far from decided. But, he tells HFX Football Post in an ex...
www.hfxfootballpost.ca
December 22, 2025 at 4:36 PM
New: Goalkeeper Marco Carducci had other options. But he decided to bet on himself, and his desire to be a key part in a championship run with @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social, for the next chapter of his career.
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
My latest for hfxfootballpost.ca. #CanPL
As per a club announcement, @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social have signed goalkeeper Marco Carducci to a two-year contract. Lots to unpack but Carducci's signature as a veteran 'keeper further stresses the club's window to go and win a trophy. #CanPL
December 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
As per a club announcement, @hfxwanderersfc.bsky.social have signed goalkeeper Marco Carducci to a two-year contract. Lots to unpack but Carducci's signature as a veteran 'keeper further stresses the club's window to go and win a trophy. #CanPL
As previously reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, Vancouver FC have announced they’ve signed Paris Gee to a new contract. They’ve also signed David Norman Jr. and Tyler Crawford to new deals. #CanPL
December 19, 2025 at 8:02 PM
As previously reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, Vancouver FC have announced they’ve signed Paris Gee to a new contract. They’ve also signed David Norman Jr. and Tyler Crawford to new deals. #CanPL
As reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, goalkeeper Nathan Ingham is leaving Atlético Ottawa. Club made the announcement official today.
Ingham and Cavalry FC have been linked for several weeks. #CanPL
Ingham and Cavalry FC have been linked for several weeks. #CanPL
December 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
As reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, goalkeeper Nathan Ingham is leaving Atlético Ottawa. Club made the announcement official today.
Ingham and Cavalry FC have been linked for several weeks. #CanPL
Ingham and Cavalry FC have been linked for several weeks. #CanPL
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💣🇨🇦 BREAKING: Inter Miami is nearing a deal to sign Canadian int'l GK Dayne St. Clair, per sources.
St. Clair, 28, just was named MLS GK of the Year.
Huge signing for Miami, who just won MLS Cup.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...
St. Clair, 28, just was named MLS GK of the Year.
Huge signing for Miami, who just won MLS Cup.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...
Inter Miami nearing deal for Canada goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair
St. Clair was named 2025 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and is one of the marquee free agents on the market.
www.nytimes.com
December 17, 2025 at 10:59 PM
💣🇨🇦 BREAKING: Inter Miami is nearing a deal to sign Canadian int'l GK Dayne St. Clair, per sources.
St. Clair, 28, just was named MLS GK of the Year.
Huge signing for Miami, who just won MLS Cup.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...
St. Clair, 28, just was named MLS GK of the Year.
Huge signing for Miami, who just won MLS Cup.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...
CF Montréal have signed Josh Duc-Nteziryayo to his first pro contract. As I reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, multiple CPL clubs were interested in luring the Canada U-17 World Cup player away (see: Sergei Kozlovskiy).
Promising young players for Montréal with good upside.
Promising young players for Montréal with good upside.
December 15, 2025 at 4:08 PM
CF Montréal have signed Josh Duc-Nteziryayo to his first pro contract. As I reported for hfxfootballpost.ca, multiple CPL clubs were interested in luring the Canada U-17 World Cup player away (see: Sergei Kozlovskiy).
Promising young players for Montréal with good upside.
Promising young players for Montréal with good upside.
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8 CPL Thoughts: Notes on Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, continued interest in Noah Abatneh, @vanfootballclub.bsky.social's Concacaf draw, which options Vanni Sartini will pick up, FC Supra's trials nearly 400 players and much more. #CanPL
8 CPL Thoughts: Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, Vanni Sartini's choice and more
I can't speak for the rest of Canada but winter — and therefore the off-season — is certainly well underway in Nova Scotia. The lobster boats, visible from my front porch, shine with ice as they putte...
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December 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
8 CPL Thoughts: Notes on Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, continued interest in Noah Abatneh, @vanfootballclub.bsky.social's Concacaf draw, which options Vanni Sartini will pick up, FC Supra's trials nearly 400 players and much more. #CanPL
A good round up by Jean-François as we finish 2025.
Il y a Nancy, mais Koné, Saliba, Buchanan, Oluwaseyi, David et Davies retiennent aussi l'attention en Europe chez les 🇨🇦.
Ça valait bien un Regard (canadien) sur l'Europe !
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Ça valait bien un Regard (canadien) sur l'Europe !
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Regard (canadien) sur l’Europe | La crise s’empire pour Wilfried Nancy
En ce temps des Fêtes qui approche, nous avons le plaisir de vous annoncer que les nouvelles sont (majoritairement) bonnes pour les Canadiens, aux quatre coins de l’Europe. Des buts, des retours au je...
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December 14, 2025 at 11:14 PM
A good round up by Jean-François as we finish 2025.
8 CPL Thoughts: Notes on Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, continued interest in Noah Abatneh, @vanfootballclub.bsky.social's Concacaf draw, which options Vanni Sartini will pick up, FC Supra's trials nearly 400 players and much more. #CanPL
8 CPL Thoughts: Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, Vanni Sartini's choice and more
I can't speak for the rest of Canada but winter — and therefore the off-season — is certainly well underway in Nova Scotia. The lobster boats, visible from my front porch, shine with ice as they putte...
www.hfxfootballpost.ca
December 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
8 CPL Thoughts: Notes on Atlético Ottawa's rebuild, continued interest in Noah Abatneh, @vanfootballclub.bsky.social's Concacaf draw, which options Vanni Sartini will pick up, FC Supra's trials nearly 400 players and much more. #CanPL
Good pick up by the Sounders. I know several CPL sides were interested, especially with so many clubs without signed goalkeepers.
NEWS | We have claimed goalkeeper Max Anchor off end-of-year waivers.
The 21-year-old has been in the Vancouver Whitecaps system since 2017.
MORE ➡️ sndrs.com/vjlulor3
The 21-year-old has been in the Vancouver Whitecaps system since 2017.
MORE ➡️ sndrs.com/vjlulor3
December 13, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Good pick up by the Sounders. I know several CPL sides were interested, especially with so many clubs without signed goalkeepers.