Tributes have been pouring in after a teenage college football player died suddenly at the age of 18.
Sam Westmoreland was a Mississippi State University freshman and an offensive lineman with a big heart and immeasurable love for football.
Unfortunately, the beloved son, brother, and friend died suddenly just days before his 19th birthday.
As of this writing, the cause of death remains unknown and the authorities are working to establish the circumstances surrounding his sudden death.
“The university is working cooperatively with the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office, the Oktibbeha County Coroner’s Office, the MSU Division of Student Affairs, and the MSU Athletics Department to determine the facts of this incident,” the university revealed in a statement through its athletic department.
MSU President Mark E. Keenum added: “One of the most profound lessons I’ve learned while leading this great university is that the tragic loss of one of our students diminishes all of our students—and all of us at Mississippi State feel the impact of Sam Westmoreland’s death.
“My prayers are with Sam’s family and friends, with his MSU teammates and coaches, and with the Tupelo community during this most difficult time.”
Speaking out about the unfortunate incident was also Mike Leach, the head football coach, who remembered Sam as a “beloved son, brother, and teammate.”
The coach went on to say that Sam was a “tremendous young man with a limitless future” and that he will be “remembered and deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved him.”
Echoing the words of the head coach was MSU Director of Athletics John Cohen who said everyone was left heartbroken and mourning after the loss of the aspiring football star.
Our thoughts are with Sam’s family, friends, and teammates during this challenging time.
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