Mia Hamant, a goalkeeper for Washington's women's soccer team who helped the Huskies reach the semifinals of the Big Ten tournament as a junior, has died. She was 21.

Hamant died Thursday from kidney cancer, the university said.

Hamant was one of the Big Ten's best goalkeepers in 2024. She posted the third-lowest single-season goals against average in program history at 0.66. Hamant sat out her senior season due to her cancer diagnosis.

"Mia was the heart of our program -- someone who lifted up everyone around her with her joy, courage, and kindness," women's soccer coach Nicole Van Dyke said in a statement .

"Even in the most difficult moments, she showed an unshakable spirit that inspired her teammates and coaches every single day. Mia made us all better people, and her impact will

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