UNFORTUNATE NEWS: UGA Football Player and Staff Member Lose Lives in Car Crash…….

UGA Football Player and Staff Member Lose Lives in Car Crash Following National Championship Festivities.

The University of Georgia community mourns the untimely deaths of football player Devin Willock and staff member Chandler LeCroy, who tragically perished in a car accident shortly after the Bulldogs’ celebratory events for their national championship win.

In a somber statement, the university expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Willock, a 20-year-old offensive lineman, and LeCroy, a 24-year-old staff member. The accident also left two other football program members injured, who are currently in stable condition under medical care.

The university highlighted Willock and LeCroy’s significance to the Georgia family, football program, and athletic department, asking for thoughts and prayers for their grieving families during this difficult period.

According to Athens-Clarke County Police, the single-vehicle accident occurred around 2:45 a.m. ET on Sunday. Police said the initial investigation suggests that a 2021 Ford Expedition left the road and struck two power poles and several trees. LeCroy, who was driving, was transported to a local hospital by ambulance and died as a result of her injuries. Willock died at the scene.

The 6-foot-7, 335-pound Willock played in all 15 games for the Bulldogs this past season, including starts in victories against Tennessee and Kentucky, ESPN reports.

We are all heartbroken and devastated with the loss of Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy,” Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart said in a statement. “Devin was an outstanding young man in every way. He was always smiling, was a great teammate and a joy to coach. Chandler was a valuable member of our football staff and brought an incredible attitude and energy every single day. We grieve with their families for this tragic loss and will support them in every way possible.”

Our hearts are with the entire Bulldogs community as they grapple with this unthinkable loss.