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University of Washington Goalkeeper Mia Hamant Dies at 21 After Rare Kidney Cancer

The university’s announcement comes as Washington’s top-seeded women’s team continues Big Ten tournament play.

Overview

  • Washington Athletics confirmed Hamant’s death and praised her courage and leadership, with the program saying memorial details will be shared later.
  • She was diagnosed in April with stage 4 SMARCB1‑deficient kidney cancer, a condition reported as one of roughly 14 documented cases.
  • Hamant missed the 2025 season for treatment after starting 15 games as a junior, earning All‑Big Ten Tournament honors and posting a top save percentage in 2024.
  • Two weeks before her passing, she appeared at the football program’s “Huskies for a Cure” game to sound the siren, as a GoFundMe for her medical costs neared $135,000.
  • Washington advanced to Sunday’s Big Ten final against Michigan State after defeating Wisconsin, and reports noted it was unclear if the game plans would be affected.