Columbus hires Lucy Rushton as NWSL team’s general manager: ‘We can break ceilings’

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Lucy Rushton is ready to build another NWSL team, and she’s chosen the newest club in Columbus, Ohio, to do it. The NWSL’s 18th franchise is still ideating its name, crest and branding ahead of its inaugural season in 2028, but on Friday the Columbus team, owned by Haslam Sports Group (HSG), Nationwide and Drs. Christine and Pete Edwards, announced Rushton as its general manager. “It is rare to find a leader of Lucy’s caliber and deep experience, with the unique understanding of how to build an