Holden Trent, the Philadelphia Union’s goalkeeper, tragically passed away on Saturday at the young age of 25, as confirmed by the Major League Soccer club.
The Philadelphia Union announced that they would refrain from sharing additional information to respect the privacy of Trent’s friends and family.
In a statement, the club expressed its deep sorrow, stating, “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 fiancée, and his friends.”
Major League Soccer also released a statement on X, saying, “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 close-knit goalkeeping unit at Philadelphia. We extend our deepest condolences to his fiancée, his family and friends, his teammates, and the entire Philadelphia Union community. MLS is coordinating with the club to provide players and family members with the resources and support they need during this tragic time.”
A native of Greensboro, North Carolina, Trent was chosen as the 28th overall pick by the Union in the 2023 MLS SuperDraft after playing at High Point University. Although he had not yet made his debut for the first team, Trent had six appearances for the Union’s second team in MLS Next Pro.