Isaiah Parente

Isaiah Parente is an American midfielder from Medina, Ohio. He developed with Team Challenger FC before joining the Columbus Crew Academy in 2015, where he made 68 appearances and scored 15 goals through 2018. Parente then attended Wake Forest, recording 19 assists in 50 appearances over three seasons and earning All-ACC First Team and United Soccer Coaches All-American recognition. The Columbus Crew signed him as a Homegrown player in January 2021, beginning his professional career. He also made an impact for Columbus Crew 2, helping the side win the inaugural MLS NEXT Pro Cup in 2022 while contributing 11 goals and eight assists in 24 matches. In 2024, Parente moved to the LA Galaxy through Ventura County FC before signing a first-team contract in July. Used centrally, Isaiah Parente is valued for quick distribution, field awareness, long passing and balancing possession with defensive responsibility.