# Nick Cushing Signals Lineup Changes: Denver Summit FC vs Houston Dash Preview

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Podcast: [The 5280 Pitch - Denver Summit FC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-5280-pitch-denver-summit-fc-podcast-7614150)
Published: 2026-05-08T19:14:12+00:00
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## Resource

Denver Summit FC heads to Shell Energy Stadium for a major NWSL road test against the Houston Dash, and this match preview comes with one big question: How different will Denver’s lineup look? On this episode of The 5280 Pitch , Kate Hanson breaks down Denver Summit FC vs Houston Dash, including Nick Cushing’s post-practice comments about expected lineup changes, what those changes could mean after two tough losses, and why this match could become an early turning point for Summit FC. Kate also previews the Houston Dash team Denver will actually face on Saturday. With Kiki Van Zanten out, Houston’s attack looks very different than it did earlier this season. But with Jane Campbell in goal and a disciplined Dash back line, this is still a tough NWSL matchup. This episode covers the biggest tactical keys for Denver Summit FC, including how Summit can attack Houston’s back line, why the wide channels matter, how Houston’s press could shape the opening minutes, and what Denver needs to do late in the match to protect a lead. Plus, Kate breaks down the Houston reunion for Yaz Ryan, Delanie Sheehan, and Abby Smith, the leadership of Kaleigh Kurtz, and the three things every Summit fan should watch when Denver takes the field against the Dash. In this episode: Denver Summit FC vs Houston Dash match preview Nick Cushing’s comments on possible lineup changes Why Kiki Van Zanten’s absence matters for Houston How Denver Summit FC can create chances against the Dash The key tactical matchups in Saturday’s NWSL game Abby Smith, Yaz Ryan, and Delanie Sheehan returning to Houston What Kaleigh Kurtz said about learning how to win in the NWSL The late-game question Denver still needs to answer Denver Summit FC at Houston Dash kicks off Saturday, May 9 at 6 PM Mountain at Shell Energy S…

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