WASHINGTON, D.C. (courtesy D.C. United) -- Former Bradley Soccer All-American Bryan Namoff (Rockford, Ill./Boylan H.S.) has suspended his professional playing career and will join the D.C. United technical staff as Special Projects Manager. 

A 10-year veteran of the United backline, Namoff moves into a new role with the Black-and-Red, assisting General Manager Dave Kasper with scouting, youth development and camp programming, while also aiding the front office in other business development opportunities.

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 of four NCAA Tournament appearances in 2000.  He was named to the All-Midwest Region First Team and All-MVC First Team and he remains tied for second in school history with 32 career goals and third with 81 points.
 
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.