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The MLS’ Philadelphia Union announced Saturday that goalkeeper Holden Trent died at the age of 25.
After starring collegiately at High Point University, Trent joined the Philadelphia Union last season.
Although Trent did not appear in any matches for the Union during the 2023 campaign, he did make five starts for Philadelphia Union II, which is the Union’s MLS Next Pro league team.
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Major League Soccer joins the Philadelphia Union and our entire soccer community in mourning the tragic passing of Union goalkeeper Holden Trent. A young goalkeeper with a bright future, Trent showcased determination and professionalism every day as he contributed to the… <a href=”https://t.co/jHKwwqx6AQ”>pic.twitter.com/jHKwwqx6AQ</a>
While details of Trent’s death were not made public Saturday, Philadelphia Union II head coach Marlon LeBlanc was asked about Trent’s status on Friday.
During a press conference, LeBlanc acknowledged a post made on Trent’s Instagram Story that stated Trent had been admitted to the intensive care unit at a hospital:
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Marlon LeBlanc opened the Union II press conference ahead of this weekend’s match against Crown Legacy by sending prayers to the Trent family.<br><br>For those unaware, a message was recently posted on Holden Trent’s social media account, informing fans and press that the young… <a href=”https://t.co/9zLM1qgtuK”>pic.twitter.com/9zLM1qgtuK</a>
LeBlanc did not provide any information on Trent’s condition, but he did offer his prayers and best wishes to Trent and his family.
The Philadelphia Union II are scheduled to play a match against Crown Legacy FC on Saturday at 5 p.m. ET.