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Evan William Bush (born March 6, 1986) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer.

Key Information

Career

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College and amateur

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Bush attended Lake Catholic High School in Mentor, Ohio, playing soccer, basketball, and football.[1][2][3] He played college soccer at Akron, where he was named to the NSCAA all-Great Lakes Region and the 2008 all-Ohio team season. He was also a three-time all-Mid American Conference first team selection, the 2005 MAC Newcomer of the Year, was named to the 2005 Freshman All-American team, and finished his collegiate career as the all-time leader in the MAC in wins (62), shutouts (48), and G.A.A (.60).[4]

During his college years Bush also played with Chicago Fire Premier, the Cleveland Internationals,[5] and the Cape Cod Crusaders in the USL Premier Development League, being named to the PDL All-Central Conference team in 2006.[6]

Professional

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Lower divisions

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Bush turned professional in 2009, and after failing to secure a professional contract with Seattle Sounders FC of Major League Soccer, signed to play with the Cleveland City Stars of the USL First Division.[7] He made his professional debut on May 30, 2009, in a game against the Charleston Battery.[8]

On February 18, 2010, Crystal Palace Baltimore announced the signing of Bush to a contract for the 2010 season.[9] After spending the 2010 season with Crystal Palace Baltimore, Bush signed with Montreal Impact of the North American Soccer League on March 11, 2011.[10][11] Bush began the 2011 season as the backup goalkeeper to Bill Gaudette. After Gaudette sustained an injury,[12] Bush was given the opportunity to play consistently. Throughout the remainder of the season, Bush earned two Defensive Player of the Week honors and one Player of the Month award.[13][14] Bush was awarded the 2011 Golden Glove, which is given to the goalkeeper with the best goals-against average in the NASL, and finished the year with nine shutouts, including seven in the final 10 games of the season.[12]

Major League Soccer

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Bush signed a contract with the Montreal Impact to remain with the club for their inaugural season in Major League Soccer on October 21, 2011.[15] The following two seasons, he appeared in two league games, appearing mainly in the Canadian Championship and CONCACAF Champions League games.[16] On August 7, 2013 in a CONCACAF Champions League game, he saved a penalty attempt by Alan Gordon to keep a shutout and help earn a 1-0 win against the San Jose Earthquakes.[17] On November 21, 2014, Bush was signed to a new contract by the Impact.[18]

The 2015 season was a breakthrough for Bush, as he became Montreal's number one goalkeeper,[19] helping guide his club to the final of the Champions League. In the first leg of the Champions League final at Club América, Bush was given a controversial yellow card after allowing a goal for kicking the ball at Paul Aguilar, an América player. However, replays show that Aguilar jumped in front of the ball as Bush was kicking it away. Aguilar then punched Bush in the face, which went unnoticed by the referee. This yellow card suspended him for the second leg in Montreal. Bush showed his frustration for the call after the match, saying "After every goal I give up, I kick the ball towards midfield. Every single goal. The fact is that I had the ball in my hands, I kicked it towards midfield and he comes and blocks the ball. Then he hits me in the face."[20] As a result, Bush missed the second leg of the final, which Montreal lost 4–2 and 5–3 on aggregate.[21] Bush won the Golden Glove Award as the best goalkeeper of the 2014–15 CONCACAF Champions League.[22]

On September 28, 2020, after appearing in zero games for Montreal, the club traded Bush to Canadian rival Vancouver Whitecaps FC, in exchange for Vancouver's third-round pick in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft.[23]

Bush was traded to Columbus Crew on December 14, 2020, in exchange for $125,000 of General Allocation Money.[24] During the 2021 season, Bush made five total appearances for the Crew, including the 2–0 shutout of Cruz Azul in the Campeones Cup.[25] On January 10, 2022, Bush re-signed with the Columbus Crew for the 2022 season, with an option for the 2023 season.[26] At the end of the 2023 season, Bush re-signed with Columbus on a one year deal.[27] During the 2024 season, Bush broke his arm in a collision in a match against Real Salt Lake, and suffered a further setback when he broke the same arm while training in preparation for his return.[28][29]

Honors

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Career statistics

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As of 2 August 2025[30]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Cleveland City Stars 2009 USL First Division 7 0 0 0 0 0 7 0
Crystal Palace Baltimore 2010 USSF Division 2 Professional League 25 0 1 0 26 0
Montreal Impact 2011 North American Soccer League 19 9 19 0
Montreal Impact 2012 Major League Soccer 1 0 1 0
2013 1 0 4 0 4[a] 0 9 0
2014 13 0 4 0 4[a] 0 21 0
2015 31 0 0 0 5[a] 0 3[b] 0 39 0
2016 33 0 0 0 5[b] 0 38 0
2017 31 0 0 0 31 0
2018 34 0 34 0
2019 32 0 0 0 32 0
Total 176 0 8 0 13 0 8 0 205 0
Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2020 Major League Soccer 8 0 0 0 8 0
Columbus Crew 2021 Major League Soccer 4 0 1[c] 0 5 0
2022 0 0 1 0 1 0
2023 0 0 3 0 2[d] 0 5 0
2024 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0
2025 5 0 0 0 1[e] 0 6 0
Total 11 0 4 0 0 0 4 0 19 0
Career Total 242 0 12 0 13 0 11 0 284 0
  1. ^ a b c Appearance(s) in CONCACAF Champions League
  2. ^ a b Appearance(s) in MLS Cup Playoffs
  3. ^ Appearance in the Campeones Cup
  4. ^ Appearance(s) in Leagues Cup
  5. ^ Appearance(s) in Leagues Cup

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Evan Bush (born March 6, 1986) is an American professional soccer goalkeeper currently playing for the in (MLS). Bush began his professional career after a standout college tenure at the , where he played from 2005 to 2008. He signed his first professional contract in 2009 with the Cleveland City Stars of the , followed by a stint with in the USL Second Division the next year. In 2011, he joined the Impact, initially in the North American Soccer League before the club's promotion to MLS, where he became a key player, appearing in 176 MLS matches with 562 saves and 40 clean sheets over nearly a decade. During his time with Montreal, Bush achieved significant milestones, including winning the Voyageurs Cup in 2013, 2014, and 2019, and reaching the final of the Champions League in 2015. After being traded to in September 2020, he joined the in December 2020, contributing to the team's 2021 victory and serving as a veteran presence in the squad. In December 2024, the Crew re-signed the 38-year-old Bush through the 2025 season, extending his MLS tenure into its 14th year.

Early life and education

Early years and high school

Evan Bush was born on March 6, 1986, in Concord Township, . He grew up in the area and began playing soccer at the age of five, developing an early passion for the sport. Bush's family background included support from his parents, Gary and Cathy Bush, who encouraged his athletic pursuits. Bush attended Lake Catholic High School in , where he graduated in 2004 and participated in multiple sports, showcasing his multi-sport athleticism. In addition to soccer, he played and served as a kicker on the , while also competing in during his youth. His involvement in these activities highlighted his versatility and competitive drive from an early age. As a , Bush honed his skills in local youth soccer leagues before earning a spot on the Lake Catholic varsity soccer . His performances demonstrated early promise, contributing to efforts and gaining recognition as a talented athlete. In 2025, Bush was inducted into the Lake Catholic High School Athletic Hall of Fame, honoring his foundational contributions to the school's sports legacy. This multi-sport foundation prepared him for higher-level competition, leading to his recruitment for at the .

College career

Evan Bush enrolled at the in 2005, where he played as the starting goalkeeper for the team from his freshman through senior seasons, spanning 2005 to 2008. As a freshman in 2005, Bush quickly established himself as a key contributor, earning MAC Newcomer of the Year honors and selection to the All-MAC First Team, while also being named to the College Soccer News All-Freshman Second Team and the NSCAA All-Great Lakes Region Second Team. During his sophomore and junior years in 2006 and , Bush continued to anchor the Zips' defense, securing All-MAC First recognition in and contributing to consistent team contention in the (MAC). In his senior season of 2008, he was honored as an NSCAA All-Great Lakes Region second team selection and part of the All-Ohio Best XI, capping a career that saw him earn three All-MAC First nods overall (2005, , and 2008). Bush also received academic recognition, making the All-MAC Academic in 2005. Over his four seasons, Bush compiled impressive career statistics, recording 62 wins, 48 shutouts, and a 0.60 goals-against average (GAA), which established him as the all-time leader in these categories within the MAC. His efforts were instrumental in the ' successes, including winning the MAC championship in 2005—when the team was ranked No. 1 nationally and advanced to the NCAA quarterfinals—in 2007, and again in 2008, securing back-to-back conference tournament appearances and postseason berths. During his college summers, Bush gained additional experience playing for USL Premier Development League teams, including Chicago Fire Premier in 2006 and Internationals in 2007. Bush graduated from the in December 2008 with a in and a minor in sales management.

Professional career

Pre-MLS years

Following his at the , where he honed his goalkeeping skills, Evan Bush transitioned to professional soccer through initial trials with clubs and in 2009. Unable to secure a contract, he signed with the City Stars of the , marking his professional debut on May 30, 2009, against the . In seven appearances that season, Bush contributed to the team's efforts amid financial instability that ultimately led to the club's dissolution. During his amateur years alongside college, Bush gained competitive experience in the USL Premier Development League, starting with 10 appearances for Chicago Fire Premier in 2006. He followed this with three appearances for Internationals in 2007 and 16 games for Crusaders in 2008, where he recorded notable saves in key matches, including a playoff effort against the Reading Rage. These outings provided essential exposure to high-level amateur play, building his resilience before turning fully professional. In 2010, Bush moved to in the , where he established himself as the primary goalkeeper with 25 appearances across all competitions, logging 2,250 minutes and posting three shutouts. The team's challenging season, finishing with a 6-6-18 record, tested his development in a competitive second-division environment. Bush's breakthrough came in 2011 when he signed with the Montreal Impact of the North American Soccer League (NASL), appearing in 18 league matches and earning the NASL Golden Glove award for the league's best goals-against average of 0.76, while allowing just 14 goals and securing nine shutouts. Overall, in his pre-MLS professional stints across USSF Division 2 and NASL, Bush amassed over 50 appearances, demonstrating steady improvement in shot-stopping and distribution that paved the way for his entry.

Montreal Impact

Evan Bush joined the Montreal Impact as part of the club's expansion into , signing a contract on October 21, 2011, ahead of their inaugural 2012 season. Initially serving as a backup to Troy Perkins, Bush made his MLS debut on June 30, 2012, in a 3-0 loss to , and appeared in nine regular-season matches that year while also contributing to the Canadian Championship. His role expanded in subsequent seasons, particularly after briefly playing for the Impact's NASL affiliate in 2011, where he earned the league's award. Bush solidified his position as the starting following the season, when he took over from Perkins midway through the campaign, starting 13 MLS matches and recording three clean sheets. This breakthrough continued into 2015, a standout year where he started 28 regular-season games, securing 15 wins and nine shutouts while helping the Impact reach the Eastern Conference semifinals of the MLS Cup Playoffs after defeating the in the knockout round. During the –15 Champions League, Bush played all seven matches en route to the final against , where lost 5–3 on aggregate, and he was awarded the tournament's as the top for his eight saves and two clean sheets across the competition. Throughout his tenure, Bush achieved several milestones, including his 150th career start for the Impact on April 9, 2017, against , and his 500th MLS save on May 4, 2017, versus . He contributed to the team's success in domestic competitions, starting in the Canadian Championship victories that secured the Voyageurs Cup in 2013, 2014, and 2019, and providing stability during periods of contention, such as the 2016 season when Montreal finished third in the Eastern Conference. However, injuries impacted his availability, notably an arm issue in 2020 that limited him to just two appearances amid growing trade speculation. Over eight MLS seasons from 2012 to 2020, Bush made 176 regular-season appearances for the Impact with 562 saves and 40 clean sheets, in addition to eight playoff games and starts in the Canadian Championship and CONCACAF Champions League. His consistent performances earned him the Impact's Defensive Player of the Year award in 2011 and 2018, as well as the Videotron Player of the Year honor in 2018 after a season with 10 shutouts and a 71.7% save percentage. Bush's departure came via trade to the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on September 28, 2020, marking the end of a franchise-record tenure that spanned the club's transition to MLS.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

On September 28, 2020, acquired Evan Bush from the Montreal Impact in exchange for the club's natural third-round selection in the . The trade addressed Vancouver's immediate needs in net, stemming from long-term injuries to starting and backup , leaving Bryan Meredith as the only available option prior to the deal. Whitecaps Axel Schuster highlighted Bush's experience, stating he would provide "another strong option in net." Bush joined after a reduced role with earlier in the 2020 season, where he had not appeared in any matches amid the club's preference for younger options like Clément Diop and . The move offered Bush an opportunity for increased playing time during the and the shortened regular season, which faced significant disruptions from the , including a league-wide pause and relocation to a bubble for the tournament phase. In his brief stint with Vancouver, Bush made eight appearances across the 2020 MLS regular season, logging 720 minutes while starting all matches and supporting the team's push for a Western Conference playoff spot. He recorded one clean sheet and a 68.8% save percentage, with notable performances including six saves in a 3-0 shutout win over on November 8, 2020, highlighted by a key stop on in the 72nd minute that preserved the lead. Another standout moment came on October 14, 2020, when Bush saved an initial penalty attempt from Eduard Atuesta during a 2-1 victory against LAFC, though the kick was retaken due to encroachment and converted on the second try. Bush's time in Vancouver proved transitional, as the club traded him to Columbus Crew SC on December 14, 2020, just weeks after the regular season ended, receiving $175,000 in general in return.

Columbus Crew

On December 14, 2020, SC acquired goalkeeper Evan Bush from in exchange for $175,000 in general . Bush made his debut with the Crew during the 2021 season, appearing in four regular-season matches as a backup to starter . He also started in the 2021 final, securing a 2–0 shutout victory over to help the Crew claim the title. Bush established himself as a backup and mentor within the 's goalkeeping unit, providing leadership and experience to younger players like . Over his tenure, he has made 12 regular-season appearances as of the end of the 2025 regular season, primarily in relief roles during the 2021, 2024, and 2025 campaigns, including six appearances in 2025 for 540 minutes and two clean sheets. The Crew exercised his 2023 contract option and re-signed him for the 2024 season on December 12, 2023, followed by another one-year extension for 2025 announced on December 17, 2024. These deals underscored his value beyond the pitch, contributing to team successes including the 2023 and wins as part of the squad. In 2024, Bush's availability was limited by a forearm injury sustained on April 13 against , which required surgery and sidelined him for much of the season; he rebroke the arm during recovery, delaying his return until late in the year. Despite the setback, he appeared in two matches that season. Entering 2025 at age 39, Bush has reflected on his career longevity, noting in club announcements his commitment to contributing in any capacity during his 15th MLS season while mentoring the next generation of goalkeepers.

Honors

Individual honors

During his inaugural professional season with the Montreal Impact in the North American Soccer League (NASL), Evan Bush earned the 2011 NASL award for posting the league's best goals-against average of 0.76 across 19 appearances, while also being named the team's Defensive Player of the Year. In international competition, Bush received the 2014-15 Scotiabank Champions League as the top , recording three shutouts and conceding just four goals in six matches during Montreal's run to the final. Bush's tenure in included notable personal milestones with the Impact, such as reaching his 150th career MLS appearance (all starts) on April 9, 2018, against , and recording his 500th MLS save on May 4, 2019, in a match versus . In 2018, Bush was voted the Impact's Defensive Player of the Year for leading MLS goalkeepers with 132 saves and earning three selections to the MLSsoccer.com Team of the Week, while supporters named him the Videotron Player of the Year after he received fan votes as player of the game nine times that season. In 2024, Bush received the Columbus Crew's Heart Award, recognizing his leadership and resilience after recovering from injury.

Team honors

During his tenure with (formerly the Montreal Impact), Evan Bush was part of three Canadian Championship-winning squads, securing the Voyageurs Cup in 2013, 2014, and 2019. In the 2013 final series against , Bush started both legs as Montréal advanced on away goals after a 2-2 aggregate draw, contributing to a 1-0 second-leg victory with key saves. He also started in the 2014 final against , helping secure a 2-2 aggregate win via following a 1-1 draw in the second leg at Stade Saputo. For the 2019 triumph over , which went to penalties after a 2-2 aggregate (1-1 in the second leg), Bush was a member of the roster but did not feature in the decisive matches, with teammate Clément Diop in goal. Additionally, Bush played a central role in Montréal's run to the 2014–15 Champions League final, starting all knockout matches en route to a runners-up finish after a 3-1 aggregate semifinal win over Alajuelense and a 3-2 aggregate loss to in the final legs. With the Columbus Crew, Bush participated in the club's 2021 Campeones Cup victory, starting in the 2–0 shutout win over Cruz Azul on September 29, 2021, at Lower.com Field, where he made three saves to preserve the clean sheet in the Black & Gold's first international trophy. He was also part of the 2023 MLS Cup-winning team, serving as backup during the playoff run that culminated in a 2–1 final victory over on December 9, 2023, though he did not appear in the championship match. In 2024, Bush contributed to Columbus's title as a squad member, though he did not appear in the tournament, helping the team defeat 3–1 in the final on August 25, 2024.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

Bush's professional career began in the lower tiers of American soccer. In 2009, he made 7 appearances for Cleveland City Stars in the , conceding 9 goals and recording 2 clean sheets. The following year, with in the , he featured in 25 matches, allowing 38 goals while securing 6 shutouts. In 2011, Bush played 19 games for the Montreal Impact in the North American Soccer League (NASL), conceding 14 goals and achieving 9 clean sheets.
SeasonTeamCompetitionAppsMinGAGAASavesSave%CS
2009Cleveland City StarsUSL-1763091.292976.32
2010USSF D2252250381.527666.76
2011Montreal ImpactNASL191669140.767283.79
In , Bush accumulated 196 regular season appearances across four teams, conceding 301 goals with 45 clean sheets and no goals scored as a . His distribution included 176 matches with from 2012 to 2019, 8 with in 2020, and 12 with (4 in 2021, 2 in 2024, and 6 in 2025). He recorded 616 saves in these games, with a career of approximately 67%. Key seasons highlighted his reliability, such as 2018 with Montréal where he started all 34 matches, posting a 1.56 (GAA) and 10 shutouts.
SeasonTeamAppsMinGAGAASavesSave%CS
201219033.00457.10
201319011.00685.70
2014131170231.775670.93
2015312790391.2610372.59
2016332931501.5410567.76
2017312790501.618563.05
2018343060531.5613071.010
2019322880591.848358.57
20208720101.252268.81
2021436061.50753.81
2024212421.45675.00
2025654050.831066.72
Bush appeared in 8 Playoff matches, all with , recording 2 and establishing a postseason GAA of 1.38 across those games. His playoff contributions were concentrated in the 2015 and 2016 campaigns, where he helped the team advance in the Eastern Conference playoffs, including a in the 2015 Knockout Round. No playoff appearances were recorded with or Columbus.

International appearances

Evan Bush, born in Concord Township, Ohio, has been eligible to represent the men's national soccer team (USMNT) due to his American citizenship. Despite this eligibility, he has not earned any senior international caps for the USMNT throughout his professional career. Bush's professional trajectory has centered on , where he has served primarily as a goalkeeper, amid significant depth in the USMNT's goalkeeper position with established players like , , and later and [Ethan Horvath](/page/Ethan_Horvat h). No records indicate any youth international call-ups or unofficial exhibition appearances for the or other nations.

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