Denver Summit FC has its first head coach.

The club named Nick Cushing to the position on Wednesday for its inaugural season next spring. Cushing, a coaching veteran who has head coaching experience with Manchester City Women’s FC as well as New York City FC in MLS, signed a three-year contract with the club.

Cushing had notable success with Manchester City Women’s FC, leading the team to two Women’s Super League titles as well as two Women’s FA Cups. He also won the MLS Cup with New York City FC in ’21 as an assistant.

“I’ve had amazing opportunities to win trophies, and experiences like Wembley Stadium (for FA Cup finals), Champions League semifinals, an undefeated season in the (Super) League,” Cushing said. “But I have also had some really difficult moments — losing the (Women’s Su

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