MLS' Philadelphia Union announce heartbreaking passing of goalkeeper Holden Trent at the age of 25
The Philadelphia Union of the MLS announced this morning that player Holden Trent has tragically passed away at the age of 25.
The native of Greensboro, North Carolina, was the 28th overall pick in the 2023 MLS entry draft, after graduating from High Point University as one of the best goalkeepers in the United States.
Tragically, before Trent could ever play a game for the Philadelphia Union, he passed away. The team released this statement following the heartbreaking announcement:
The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking passing of Holden Trent.
While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly a devoted son, brother, fiancé, and teammate who made those around him better. He embodied the true meaning of determination, dedication and perseverance, and he will be deeply missed. We extend our greatest sympathies to his family, his fiancé, and his friends.
Out of respect to Holden's friends and family, there will be no further statements at this time and ask that their privacy is respected as they grieve.
While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly a devoted son, brother, fiancé, and teammate who made those around him better. He embodied the true meaning of determination, dedication and perseverance, and he will be deeply missed. We extend our greatest sympathies to his family, his fiancé, and his friends.
Out of respect to Holden's friends and family, there will be no further statements at this time and ask that their privacy is respected as they grieve.
Holden Trent's family made the following statement on his social media page, revering fans for the love outpoured in the memory of their loved one:
We want to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Holden passed away this afternoon surrounded by his family and friends.
Details on services and celebration of life are forthcoming.
Our family is deeply touched to see and experience the love you all have for Holden.
Love,
Holden's Family
Details on services and celebration of life are forthcoming.
Our family is deeply touched to see and experience the love you all have for Holden.
Love,
Holden's Family
It would have been incredible to see where Holden Trent's career would have gone, with the talent and passion he had for the game. Rest in peace, Holden Trent.
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