Bryce Washington (soccer)
Bryce Washington (born September 2, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Major League Soccer club Atlanta United. Early life and college. Washington was born in Atlanta, Georgia and played soccer at North Atlanta High School. He also spent a season in the youth academy of Atlanta United, appearing 30 times for the club's under-18 side and leading the side in minutes played. In 2017, Washington began to attend Rutgers University and played college soccer for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. After two seasons with Rutgers, Washington transferred to the University  of Pittsburgh and joined the Pittsburgh Panthers. In his first season, Washington appeared in 18 matches as he helped lead the side to their first NCAA College Cup appearance. In 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the college season was extended and Washington decided to remain with the team. Career. Atlanta United. On June 4, 2021, Washington joined Major League Soccer club Atlanta United, signing as a homegrown player. He made his professional debut for the club's reserve affiliate, Atlanta United 2, on June 16 in their 1–0 away defeat against Memphis 901.