Columbus Crew Signs 17-Year-Old Midfielder Tristan Brown

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Another one of our own is officially in Columbus Crew Black & Gold.

On Tuesday, the club announced signing 17-year-old midfielder Tristan Brown to a first-team Homegrown contract through the 2028 MLS season, with club options for 2029 and 2030.

Brown, who has come up through the Crew Academy, becomes the second-youngest Homegrown signing in team history.

In a release from the club, Crew general manager Issa Tall said Brown’s journey is “a proud moment” for the organization.

Brown has already made two appearances with the Crew’s senior squad on short-term loan agreements, and has logged 34 appearances, 3 goals and 2 assists with MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Columbus Crew 2.

The Columbus native was also part of the 2023 MLS NEXT All-Star Game and has experience with the U.S. U-18 Men’s Youth National Team, including friendlies against Peru and Japan last year.

“To wear this badge and represent not just myself and my family, but this amazing club and the Columbus community, is everything I’ve worked toward,” Brown said. “My gratitude goes first to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I’m also extremely thankful to my family, coaches, and everyone whose support and belief in me have made this moment possible. This signature isn’t the end goal—it’s just the beginning. The hard work continues.”

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Brown is the 24th Homegrown player in Crew history and joins a growing list of young talent on the first-team roster, including Sean Zawadzki, Taha Habroune, Stanislav Lapkes, and Cole Mrowka.