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Denver Summit FC Names First Head Coach Ahead of 2026 Debut

DENVER COUNTY, COLORADO, AUG 6 – Cushing brings world-class coaching experience and a focus on player development to lead Denver Summit FC as it prepares for its debut in the 2026 National Women's Soccer League season.

  • On Wednesday, Denver Summit FC officially announced Nick Cushing as its first head coach, leading the expansion team into its debut NWSL season.
  • Last month, Summit FC, an independent club joining next season, announced its name, crest, and branding, following Denver's franchise award last December.
  • Before joining Denver, Cushing spent seven years in charge of Manchester City Women, winning six major trophies, and has more than 15 years in the City Football Group.
  • The club acquired forward Ally Watt from Orlando Pride via trade, making her Denver's first signed player and loaned back to Orlando for 2025.
  • Next year, Denver will begin playing alongside Boston Legacy FC, bringing the league to 16 teams and moving to a 14,500-seat stadium in 2028.
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Denver women's soccer team names head coach

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Denver Summit FC announce hiring of new head coach

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver Summit FC has less than a year to build a team before the 2026 NWSL season starts in March, and according to an announcement on Wednesday, the club now has its head coach, who will shape his vision for the team. Nick Cushing is the club's new head coach, according to a press release from the Summit. Former Nuggets star’s pregnant wife attacked by shark The announcement felt more like a matter of when and not if, afte…

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Nick Cushing named coach of expansion Denver Summit in the National Women's Soccer League

Former Manchester City women’s coach Nick Cushing has been named head coach of the expansion Denver Summit in the National Women’s Soccer League.

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Denver Summit FC names Nick Cushing team’s first head coach

Denver Summit FC named Nick Cushing as its head coach to helm the team in its inaugural season in the NWSL.

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