Talen Maples

Jon-Talen Maples (born November 20, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defender for New Mexico United in USL Championship.

In 2017, he attended Southern Methodist University, playing for the Mustangs soccer team.

[1] In his freshman season, he was named to the American Athletic Conference All-Rookie Team.

[10] Serving as team captain, he helped Dynamo 2 to record ten clean sheets and finish the season tied for the fewest goals conceded in the league and was named to the MLS Next Pro Best XI at the end of the season.

[12] Following the 2024 season, Maples was named New Mexico United team MVP and Newcomer of the Year.