During the first half of Wednesday’s friendly against St. Louis FC, goalkeeper Bill Hamid put his gloves on, headed down the sideline, accompanied by goalkeeper coach Zach Thornton. The two worked together for several minutes, before Hamid warmed up in front of goal during the halftime break.
And then, less than two months after having knee surgery, Hamid took his spot in goal for the start of the second half against St. Louis. Now, D.C. United’s presumptive starter feels like he’s ready to go for opening day on March 4th against Sporting Kansas City.