Revolution pay tribute to former goalkeeper Brad Knighton's daughter Olivia after fatal boating accident
HARRISON, New Jersey – The Revolution and their opponent paid tribute to former New England goaltender Brad Knighton's 11-year-old daughter Olivia, who was killed in a boating accident last week.
Olivia was killed near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Investigators say Olivia was one of nine people thrown overboard when their boat was hit by a large wake from another boat.
Saturday night the Revs took on New York red bulls in new jersey. New England players held up a special jersey with Olivia's name on it and wore black arm bands to mourn her death and show solidarity with the Knighton family.
You're with us always, Olivia. @bbknighton 💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/vme3h4FP7L
— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) July 22, 2023
The Red Bulls also displayed a tribute to Olivia on their video board.
Olivia was a fifth grade student at Coelho Middle School in Attleboro. Grief councilors will be available to students there on Monday.
Brad Knighton, who is the coach of the U-19 Revolution Academy team, thanked the teams and MLS for their support following the tribute.
"We are so thankful for everyone's continued prayers, love and support for our angel," he said.