MLS D.C. United

D.C. United Defender Bryan Namoff Suspends Playing Career

Published on July 15, 2010 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
D.C. United News Release


Washington, D.C. (July 15, 2010) - D.C. United announced today defender Bryan Namoff has suspended his playing career and will join the technical staff as Special Projects Manager. A 10-year veteran of the Black-and-Red, Namoff moves into a new role with United, assisting General Manager Dave Kasper with scouting, youth development and camp programming. He will also assist the front office in other business development opportunities. The defender will be available for media comment at 6:00 p.m. ET field-side prior to tonight's MLS contest with Seattle Sounders FC.

Namoff has been an important member of United's back line since 2001, recording 16,045 minutes on the pitch, notching four goals and 16 assists. He also passed Marco Etcheverry for third place all-time in United's record book with 195 games played. During the 2009 season, Namoff started in all 26 League games he played and was off the field for only 14 minutes.

Last year, the defender contributed two goals to United's attack - both game-winners. His strike against Colorado on July 18 earned him Goal of the Week honors. He was one of the most consistent players during the season, playing 33 games, starting all but one match in all competitions.

Before joining United, Namoff led the Bradley University Braves to two consecutive Missouri Valley Conference finals, and their first and only NCAA Tournament appearance. He was named to the All-Midwest Region First Team and All-MVC First Team. He was also named Bradley Scholar Athlete of the Week on three different occasions. He finished his four-year college career with 32 goals and 17 assists for 81 points, second-most all-time at Bradley.

In 2007, Namoff made his debut on the U.S. Men's National Team, entering as a substitute in the 63rd minute in a 3-1 win against Denmark on Janurary 20.

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