Mia Hamant, University of Washington Soccer Goalie, Dies at 21 from Rare and Aggressive Form of Kidney Cancer

Mia Hamant, a goalie for the University of Washington soccer team, has died

The 21-year-old was diagnosed with a rare form of kidney cancer in April

Hamant attended a Huskies football game and sounded the siren at Husky Stadium just two weeks before her death

Mia Hamant, a goalkeeper for the University of Washington soccer team, has died. She was 21 years old.

The university’s athletics department shared the news on Thursday, Nov. 6, in an official statement, noting that Hamant, who was from Corte Madera, Calif., died “following her courageous battle with stage 4 kidney cancer.”

"Our thoughts and prayers are with her parents, Candice and Kevin, her family, teammates, coaches, friends and all who were fortunate to know her,” the university continued in their statement.

“Mia's legacy and spirit will forever remain a part of the University of Washington. Her heart, selflessness and resilience inspired everyone. Mia's courage, optimism and grace touched the lives of the entire Husky community. She will always serve as an inspiration for everyone whose life she was able to touch,” the university added.

We are heartbroken by the passing of Mia Hamant after her courageous battle with cancer. Mia inspired everyone around her with her strength and spirit. Our love is with her family, teammates, and all who knew her. Her legacy will forever live in Husky Athletics. 💜🐾 pic.twitter.com/cIwVQL27o3

— Washington Athletics (@UWAthletics) November 7, 2025

In a statement shared through the department, Washington Women's Soccer head coach Nicole Van Dyke called Hamant “the heart of our program,” adding that she was “someone who lifted up everyone around her with her joy, courage and kindness.”

“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 be felt in this program and in all of our lives forever,” Van Dyke added.

In the same release, team physician Ashwin Rao said he had the “privilege” of knowing Hamant during her four years as a student athlete at the university.

“I was also fortunate to be with her to the end of her journey. Throughout the process, Mia fought her cancer as fiercely as she played. She wished to be an inspiration to others also fighting cancer, as well as a source of awareness and destigmatization,” he said.

The University of Washington will share details regarding a memorial or celebration of Hamant’s life at a later time, per the statement.