Club Names Tammy Murphy Team Chair and Nalbandian Vice Chair

Howell, NJ (February 19, 2020) – Sky Blue FC of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) welcomed today businessman and tech author Ed Nalbandian as a new minority owner.



Nalbandian joins majority owners Tammy and Phil Murphy and owner Steven Temares. The club also named Tammy Murphy team Chair and Nalbandian Vice Chair.



“As a former player, professional youth coach, and huge fan of the NWSL, it’s a dream come true to join Sky Blue’s ownership group,” said Nalbandian. “Tammy and GM Alyse LaHue have done a tremendous job propelling this club forward. As Vice Chair, I will work closely with them to identify additional ways we can improve club operations.”



Nalbandian comes to Sky Blue with more than thirty-five years of executive experience. He served as a successful CEO of three IT services companies and has held executive roles at IBM, AT&T, Cognizant, and Avaya.



“I am delighted to welcome Ed as a member of our ownership group,” said Sky Blue Chair Tammy Murphy. “He brings a strong corporate background and a passion for women’s soccer. His ability to work with us and focus on financial growth is a skill set that will greatly benefit our club.”



Nalbandian earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He and his wife of 30 years have two children. Nalbandian’s biography can be found at SkyBlueFC.com/Ownership/.



“After getting to know Ed, I’m confident he will be a great addition to the club,” said Sky Blue General Manager Alyse LaHue. “His business expertise and desire to see this league grow will be tremendous assets for us.”

About Sky Blue FC

Based in New Jersey, Sky Blue FC was part of the original W-League back in 2006 and is today one of the founding members of the nine team National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The NWSL boasts the entire U.S. Women’s National Team and some of the greatest international players in the world. Sky Blue’s roster includes U.S. Women’s National Team co-captain Carli Lloyd and USWNT member Mallory Pugh, Canadian goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan, and Cameroon defender Estelle Johnson.