MLS mourns the passing of former player Colin Clark

Former MLS player Colin Clark has passed away. The Colorado native was 35 years old.

The Colorado Rapids organization mourns the loss of former player and Colorado native Colin Clark. We would like to express our deepest sympathies to Colin's friends and family. pic.twitter.com/Q2Clzf3wcU
— Colorado Rapids (@ColoradoRapids) August 27, 2019

The midfielder made 138 appearances (97 starts), scoring 15 goals and adding 13 assists over his eight-year career in MLS. Clark played for the Colorado Rapids, Houston Dynamo and LA Galaxy. He registered one cap with the US men's national team, playing against Haiti in the 2009 Concacaf Gold Cup.

The Coloradoan reported on Tuesday that Clark died of a heart attack.

Our entire club is saddened by the tragic news of the loss of Colin Clark. He was a huge part of our club from 2010 to 2012, and an even better person off the pitch.

We’ll miss you, Colin. You’ll always be #ForeverOrange in our hearts & memories. pic.twitter.com/Hok4InN7nS
— Houston Dynamo FC (@HoustonDynamo) August 27, 2019

The LA Galaxy mourn the loss of former player Colin Clark. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. pic.twitter.com/v3XkDPrjka
— LA Galaxy (@LAGalaxy) August 27, 2019

Such an incredible person. Played with him when he was breaking through the league.
Saw him coaching years back & he was a great mentor to the young players.
This is devastating & so tragic with him & Junior. My ❤️ to family, friends & fans of both these great guys. https://t.co/dy2bFccoJY
— Joe Cannon (@JoeCannonGK1) August 27, 2019

Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers especially his son Tyce. Colin loved his son more than life itself. And it kills me knowing he will not see his son grow up. Life is not fair and I cannot wrap my head around this tragedy.
— Chandler Hoffman (@chandala) August 27, 2019

Shocked & saddened to hear of the passing of my former teammate & friend Colin Clark. My thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends...and in particular his son, Tyce. @ColoradoRapids @HoustonDynamo pic.twitter.com/9tHHrrb7Cs
— Hunter Freeman (@huntfree) August 27, 2019

This one hits home. We had just talked a few days ago. I still can’t believe it. My thoughts and prayers with Colin’s family and soccer family. A great teammate and person. Rest easy bud. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/ZESPhbK9LJ
— Rafael Garcia (@Rafizzy07) August 27, 2019

One of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. Gone too soon.
Rest In Peace, my friend. 😔 🙏🏼 https://t.co/BIQPtX4dVc
— herculez gomez (@herculezg) August 27, 2019

August 27, 2019

I feel sick hearing the news about Colin Clark today. I was lucky enough to be his teammate for 2 years in Houston. He was a great guy and friend taken away much too early. Rest In Peace my friend
— Will Bruin (@wbruin) August 27, 2019

Saddened to learn of the passing of my former Rapids teammate and fellow SMU Mustang, Colin Clark. Great human being. Thinking of his family.
— Luchi Gonzalez (@LGonzalezFCD) August 27, 2019

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