Southern Nazarene Football Player Dies After Traumatic Injury
Southern Nazarene University mourns the death of sophomore football player Tyler Ulrich following a traumatic injury during a game.
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Southern Nazarene University in Oklahoma announced on Thursday that sophomore safety Tyler Ulrich has died five days after sustaining a ‘traumatic injury’ during a game against Ouachita Baptist. Ulrich was 21.
University Announces Tragic Loss
The Division II private school based in Bethany, Oklahoma, did not reveal the cause of death or the nature of Ulrich’s injury. In a post on its X account, the SNU Athletics department shared the heartbreaking news, stating, ‘It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of our SNU football player, Tyler Ulrich.’
The post continued, ‘This loss is deeply felt across our campus. Our hearts are with his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who knew him. We ask that you join us in lifting them up in prayer.’
Coach and President Express Grief
SNU coach Dustin Hada also posted on his X account, writing, ‘Man of God, ultimate example of quiet strength, loyal, worker, joyous. That’s who Tyler was!!’
School President Keith Newman issued a statement saying Ulrich died in the hospital ‘surrounded by the love, prayers, and presence of his family, teammates and dear friends.’ Newman closed the statement by saying, ‘May God’s peace and comfort be with us all.’
Prayer Chapel Held in Honor of Ulrich
On Tuesday, SNU held a campuswide prayer chapel in honor of Ulrich. Ulrich was hurt during a 49-14 loss on Saturday, with the game delayed for nearly an hour while the player received medical attention before being transported to a hospital.
Southern Nazarene (1-5) has canceled its game at Southwestern Oklahoma State on Saturday. The incident has left the campus and football community in mourning, as they come to terms with the tragic loss of a young athlete.
Source: Breitbart
