Atlanta United 2 announced today that Jack Collison has been named head coach, making him the fourth head coach in team history. Collison, who made more than 70 appearances for West Ham in the English Premier League, will take charge effective immediately and will make his managerial debut Sunday against Louisville City FC (7:30 p.m., ESPN+).
“Jack has done a tremendous job with our Academy teams since joining the organization and he will make a seamless transition to ATL UTD 2,” Atlanta United Vice President and Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra said. “He’s quickly proven to have a bright future in the managerial world.