The Halifax Wanderers won’t renew the contract of head Patrice Gheisar. Photo by Halifax WanderersArticle contentThe Halifax Wanderers are in search of a new head coach. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe Canadian Premier League club announced Friday that Patrice Gheisar won’t be offered a new contract after three seasons at the helm. Article contentArticle contentThe move comes less than 48 hours after the Wanderers suffered a heartbreaking playoff loss at home to York United on Wednesday night. Article content“We have built one of the most attractive opportunities in North American soccer here in Halifax, but the reality is that we have not yet found success in the big moments on the pitch, and that needs to change,” Wanderers founder and president Derek Martin said in a news release. Article contentArticle content“The next head coach of the Wanderers will have a clear mandate to build and lead a team capable of bringing a championship to Halifax and have full control of constructing our roster.” Article contentGheisar was named the second head coach in club history in November 2022. In his first season, he led the Wanderers to their first appearance in the CPL playoffs while setting club records in wins, most points and fewest goals allowed. They hosted their first home playoff match in 2023 but dropped a 1-0 decision to Pacific FC. Article contentThe club signed Gheisar to a two-year extension. But last season, the Wanderers failed to meet expectations and finished in sixth place in the standings and out of the playoffs. Article contentHalifax finished fourth this past season, establishing new records for goals scored (41) and road points (15), and hosted another home playoff game. But York prevailed 3-2 in penalty kicks in a wild match that saw the Wanderers allow the tying goal in the final minutes of regulation. Article contentArticle content“I’m grateful for the 15 home games, I’m grateful for everything the fans have done to support this team and me, I’m grateful for them supporting my family,” Gheisar said following the playoff loss. Article content“We’re sorry that we came up short, but I promise it was not due to effort and belief. Thanks for sticking around the entire season and hopefully the journey was more up than it was down.” Article contentIn the team release, the Wanderers said the search for a new head coach will begin immediately. The coach will also assume the role of sporting director as the club restructures its football operations department for the 2026 season. Article contentArticle content
Halifax Wanderers part ways with head coach Gheisar following heartbreaking playoff loss
