Young pro soccer player shares what life is like on and off the pitch during the CPL season
In his latest Player’s Diary, 18-year-old T.J. Tahid reflects on how growing up in Maple Ridge’s Cottonwood neighbourhood shaped the person and player he is today. From the pride of hearing his hometown announced at matches to finding peace in the forests, rivers, and trails, he shares how those roots keep him grounded in the fast pace of pro soccer.
Oneofthebestfeelingsplaying…iswhentheyannouncemynameatWilloughbyStadiumandsayI’mfromMapleRidge.T.J. Tahid, midfielder, Vancouver FC
Tahid also looks back on the local fields and grassroots clubs where it all began—memories of community rivalries and early matches that continue to fuel his drive. It’s a story of home, identity, and the powerful role a hometown plays in an athlete’s journey. Read more HERE.
