R. Pedder is an English midfielder currently playing for Tacoma Defiance in the MLS Next Pro league, aiming to build his career in North America. Born on April 6, 2002, the 23-year-old began his footballing journey in England, likely coming through a club academy system before making the move to the United States to join the Seattle Sounders' second team. His key career move has been this transatlantic switch, designed to provide him with competitive minutes and a pathway to the top-flight MLS. While his senior career stats and honors are in the accumulation phase, playing in the MLS development league is a critical step in his professional journey. As a midfielder, Pedder is expected to contribute with energy, ball retention, and supporting both defensive and attacking phases. His style is that of a modern, box-to-box midfielder adapting to the athletic demands of the American game. Currently, he is a prospect within the Sounders organization, working to impress and earn a first-team contract.