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Atlanta United’s Garth Lagerwey to take another medical leave

Lagerwey had returned to work in a limited role from a medical leave in June.
Garth Lagerwey, president and chief executive officer of Atlanta United, speaks during a press conference introducing Chris Henderson as the new technical director on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, at the Atlanta United training grounds in Marietta, Georgia. (Christina Matacotta for the AJC)

Credit: Christina Matacotta for the AJC

Credit: Christina Matacotta for the AJC

Garth Lagerwey, president and chief executive officer of Atlanta United, speaks during a press conference introducing Chris Henderson as the new technical director on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, at the Atlanta United training grounds in Marietta, Georgia. (Christina Matacotta for the AJC)
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Atlanta United President Garth Lagerwey is taking another medical leave, the team announced Tuesday.

Lagerwey had returned to work in a limited role from a medical leave in June that was related to a cancer diagnosis.

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During Lagerwey’s previous absence, the franchise was led by three people: Director of Soccer Operations Chris Henderson and Vice Presidents Sarah Kate “Skate” Noftsinger and Dimitrios Efstathiou.

Lagerwey was hired from Seattle, which he led to two MLS titles and a CONCACAF Champions League, to lead Atlanta United in November 2022.

“I am mindful that leadership of Atlanta United requires full-time attention, and right now I simply must focus on my health and ongoing cancer treatment. I am appreciative of the club considering my health needs during such a challenging time, and I am also encouraged by my treatment progress and long-term outlook,” Lagerwey said in a statement from the club.

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