Kailen Sheridan | QueenBallers Player profile

Kailen

Sheridan

Apr 7, 1996

#1 - Goalkeeper

Kailen Mary Iacovoni Sheridan is a Canadian professional football player who plays as a goalkeeper for San Diego Wave FC of the NWSL and the Canada national team.

Did You Know?

In June 2023 she got married to her life partner Dominique Sheridan.

Often called "Kai" by teammates and friends.

Kailen is a big dog lover, she ownes a dog herself.

Kailen attended Clemson University, where she majored in Psychology.

She enjoys activities like yoga, reading, and outdoor adventures, especially hikes.

She is passionate about traveling and exploring new cultures and cuisines.

Kailen Sheridan is openly part of the LGBTQ+ community.

Close friends include many of her Canadian national teammates and former clubmates, such as Vanessa Gilles and Sophie Schmidt.

Her favourite animal (apart from dogs) is wolf, symbolizing loyalty and strong instincts.

She's a big sushi fan and her favourite snack is dark cholocate.

Kailen enjoys ice hockey, reflecting her Canadian roots.

She looks up to Christine Sinclair, a fellow Canadian soccer legend, for her leadership and legacy. She also admires Hope Solo for her impact as a goalkeeper.

Kailen speaks English fluently and has picked up some French through her time in Canada

Kailen is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and has participated in campaigns encouraging athletes to prioritize mental well-being. She also supports youth soccer development programs in Canada.

She’s a fitness enthusiast and often shares workout tips on her social media.

Best Actions

Verizon Save of the Week Winner | Kailen Sheridan, San Diego Wave | Week 18

NWSL Challenge Cup Golden Glove, Presented by Verizon | Kailen Sheridan, Sky Blue FC

Lovely safe from Sheridan

2023 SheBelieves Cup Kailen Sheridan Highlights

Club Achievements

NWSL Challenge Cup (2024)	×
NWSL Shield (2023)	1×
Summer Olympics Gold Medalists (2021)	1×

Awards

NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year (2022)

1×

CONCACAF W Championship Golden Glove (2022)

1×

CONCACAF W Championship Best XI (2022)

1×

NWSL Best XI

2×

NWSL Challenge Cup Golden Glove (2020)

1×

Stats

Year	Club	AP	GL
2022 - present	San Diego Wave	62	0
2017 - 2021	NJ/NY Gotham FC	91	0
2013 - 2013	Toronto Lady Lynx
International Stats
2016 - present	Canada	56	0
2015 - 2015	Canada U23	1	0
2014 - 2014	Canada U20	4	0
2012 - 2012	Canada U17	9	0