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Yael Averbuch West Promoted to President of Soccer Operations at Gotham FC

The promotion formalizes her control of roster, recruitment and long-term strategy as Gotham pushes facility and market expansion.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Gotham FC General Manager Yael Averbuch West speaking to media, Image 2 shows Gotham FC General Manager Yael Averbuch West smiles at the camera

Overview

  • Gotham confirmed in early June 2026 that Averbuch West has been elevated from general manager to president of soccer operations and will continue to lead all sporting decisions for the club.
  • The club also named Mark Zarthar president of business operations and said Ryan Dillon will depart to return to Next 3 as chief growth officer.
  • Since joining Gotham in 2021, Averbuch West has overseen title wins in the NWSL in 2023 and 2025 plus the 2024–25 CONCACAF W Champions Cup and has pursued high‑profile signings to build the roster.
  • Her roster strategy includes international acquisitions and the league‑record $1.25 million intra‑league transfer for Jaedyn Shaw, moves the club credits with boosting on‑field results and recruiting appeal.
  • Gotham is pairing sporting control with infrastructure plans — a new training facility, talks about a move to NYCFC’s Etihad Park and a July Citi Field showcase — to translate championship success into long‑term growth in the New York market.