D.C. United fans were excited when the club announced the hiring of Lucy Rushton as general manager and head of technical recruitment and analysis. We’re still excited about it.
One of the masterminds behind Atlanta United’s electric debut roster, Rushton brings experience from both sides of the Atlantic into the role. Long a favorite of the American soccer analytics community, her hiring signals a deeper commitment by the DCU organization to using data in scouting and player evaluation. It’s a very welcome sign for an organization that has a reputation for pinching pennies and in no event will be spending money with the Atlanta Uniteds and LAFCs of the league.