Anton Walkes

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Major League Soccer player Anton Walkes dies in a boating crash ... (Miami Herald)

Walkes was with Tottenam Hotspur, Portsmouth and MLS' Atlanta United before Charlotte. Two vessels collided near Miami Marine Stadium, FWC says.

“We extend our deepest condolences to his partner, family, friends and the entire Charlotte FC family,” Major League Soccer said via Twitter. “He was a tremendous son, father, partner and teammate, whose joyous approach to life touched everyone he met,” a statement from Charlotte FC owner David Tepper said. Two seasons in Portsmouth were followed by two seasons with Atlanta United.

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In memory of Anton Walkes (atlutd.com)

Statement below on behalf of Atlanta United on the passing of Anton Walkes: “We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes.

Anton Walkes started his career with Tottenham Hotspur in his native England, and first came on loan to Atlanta United for the club's inaugural season in 2017. On behalf of everyone at Atlanta United, we send our deepest condolences to Anton’s family, friends and Charlotte FC.” “We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes.

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Anton Walkes (1997 - 2023) (Charlotte FC)

CHARLOTTE, NC (Thursday, January 19, 2023) – Charlotte Football Club can confirm the tragic and heartbreaking news that defender Anton Walkes passed away ...

“ We are heartbroken from the loss of Anton Walkes, a truly incredible father, loving person, and outstanding human being,” said Sporting Director Zoran Krneta. “Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch. The Club offers its full support to all those impacted during this period of mourning.”

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Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes passes away at 25 (MLSsoccer.com)

Major League Soccer is mourning the passing of Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes, who passed away early Thursday morning following an accident in South ...

"We are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes. "There are no words to describe the sorrow of everyone in Major League Soccer today after learning of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes of Charlotte FC. On behalf of everyone at Atlanta United, we send our deepest condolences to Anton’s family, friends and Charlotte FC." MLS is coordinating with Charlotte FC to provide players and family members with the resources and support they may need during this tragic time." Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch. The club offers its full support to all those impacted during this period of mourning."

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Charlotte FC soccer player Anton Walkes dies following boating ... (CNN)

Anton Walkes, a defender for Major League Soccer team Charlotte FC, has died from injuries suffered in a boating accident aged 25, the Florida Fish and ...

We are thinking of his lovely family during this time and will support them fully in every way imaginable.” “The Club offers its full support to all those impacted during this period of mourning.” “An inaugural member of Atlanta United, Anton was the epitome of a great teammate with a personality that lit up every room he entered. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and fans of Mr. The FWC said that the investigation is ongoing. Walkes during this difficult time,” the statement said.

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Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes dies after boating accident. He ... (Charlotte Observer)

Anton Walkes, a player who spent the entire 2022 season with Charlotte FC, died early on Thursday morning following a boating accident in South Florida, ...

Louis City on Saturday, and then the team was supposed to travel to California to begin its second phase of training camp. The first phase of Charlotte FC’s preseason was supposed to conclude with a closed-door friendly against expansion side St. “Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his teammates and fans.” He was then selected by Charlotte FC in the 2021 expansion draft. “We are heartbroken from the loss of Anton Walkes, a truly incredible father, loving person, and outstanding human being,” Charlotte FC sporting director Zoran Krneta said. “Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch.

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Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes dies at age 25 (ESPN)

Walkes was involved in a boating collision near Miami Marine Stadium on Wednesday and was unconscious when reached by Miami Fire and Rescue. Charlotte FC ...

Tottenham Hotspur also tweeted: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player, Anton Walkes. "We are deeply saddened to share that Anton Walkes has tragically passed away this morning," the club said in a statement. Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his teammates and fans."

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MLS player Anton Walkes, 25, dies in Florida boat crash (Corvallis Gazette Times)

Charlotte FC owner David Tepper said all at the club were "devastated by the tragic passing of Anton Walkes."

Tottenham Hotspur also tweeted: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player, Anton Walkes. The U.S. "Fly high my brother, you're the best teammate I could've asked for," Lindsey Tweeted. "Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his teammates and fans," the statement said. Charlotte FC owner David Tepper said all at the club were "devastated by the tragic passing of Anton Walkes." Walkes was a member of the MLS club Charlotte FC.

Soccer player Anton Walkes, 25, dies in Florida boat crash (Richmond Register)

Authorities say professional soccer player Anton Walkes has died from injuries he sustained in a boat crash off the coast of Miami.

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Charlotte FC player Anton Walkes, 25, dies in Florida boat crash (KCRA Sacramento)

Professional soccer player Anton Walkes has died from injuries he sustained in a boat crash off the coast of Miami, authorities said Thursday.

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Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes dies at age 25 in boating ... (WCLU)

Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes died Thursday in a boating accident in Miami on Wednesday. He was 25. Walkes was in South Florida for a 12-day team ...

Walkes started in 21 games and made 23 appearances in the 2022 season. Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch. Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes died Thursday in a boating accident in Miami on Wednesday.

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Anton Walkes death: Charlotte FC soccer player dies following a ... (CBSSports.com)

Charlotte FC player Anton Walkes has died at the age of 25, Major League Soccer and his club announced on Thursday. Walkes was involved in a boating ...

"We are heartbroken from the loss of Anton Walkes, a truly incredible father, loving person, and outstanding human being," said Charlotte's sporting director Zoran Krneta. We extend our deepest condolences to his partner, family, friends and the entire Charlotte FC family. Miami Fire Rescue attempted CPR before the player was hospitalized in critical condition but was confirmed dead on Thursday. Anton made those around him better people in all areas of life and represented Charlotte FC to the highest standard both on and off the pitch. "Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his teammates and fans. A permanent switch to the Five Stripes followed in 2020 before Charlotte picked the Lewisham native in their 2021 Expansion Draft.

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Soccer player Anton Walkes, 25, dies in Florida boat crash (The Washington Post)

Authorities say professional soccer player Anton Walkes has died from injuries he sustained in a boat crash off the coast of Miami.

Tottenham Hotspur also tweeted: “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player, Anton Walkes. A vigil was planned there in the early evening. Fernandez and two other people died when their [32-foot vessel slammed into a jetty](https://apnews.com/article/33fa2c0c3b894a9c857c9dcbe678db22), according to authorities. The team had arrived in Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 9 for its first leg of preseason training and had a friendly scheduled with St. Walkes, a defender, was entering his second season with MLS club Charlotte FC.

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