D.C. United Taps Local Artists for Game-Day Trophies
Share Edison Flores received a custom trophy for earning the Man of the Match title. Photo courtesy of D.C. United. Athletes generally get to lift trophies only after they win a championship. But at D.C. United home games, the Man of the Match—the player fans think most distinguished himself—receives a custom trophy made by a local artist. Toward the end of each game, D.C. United opens up voting on Twitter and Instagram, providing fans a few options for the Man of the Match. Then, at each of the 17 home contests, the winner is presented with a unique, cleat-shaped trophy designed by Tra...