(Katherine Frey/The Washington Post)Back in the good old days — say, 2016 — a D.C. United homegrown player might get the nod in a nonleague match or go on loan to second-flight affiliates in Richmond. Pines and Yow are expected to suit up again Wednesday when United (4-2-2) visits the Columbus Crew (4-3-1). But proper grooming at the organization’s new second-division team, Loudoun United, and a flurry of D.C. injuries opened the door to early-season call-ups. Another homegrown signing, midfielder Antonio Bustamante, from Springfield, Va., and William & Mary, is gaining experience with Loudoun United. “We knew he was going to be a potential starter for this team,” Olsen said.

Source: Washington Post April 23, 2019 18:28 UTC