((HT: KNOE-TV/El Dorado AR, Monroe LA))
Tech XX, the bulldog mascot for Louisiana Tech, had been missing since Sunday in or around Ruston, Louisiana.
But, now we know what happened in the disappearance...
A worker at the Sexton Animal Health Center left XX out too long in the heat and the dog died of heat stroke. The worker has, obviously, been fired for the negligent behavior.
Here's the Sunday night story from Louisiana when XX came up missing...
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The school released a statement:
"Louisiana Tech University was saddened to learn of Tech XX's passing this past Sunday evening. He will be remembered for being a fan favorite and a symbol of the spirit of Louisiana Tech.
"Since becoming our official mascot in 2008, Tech XX received superior care and a loving home from Dr. Patrick Sexton and, despite the unfortunate circumstances of the past few days, we are grateful for all he and his family have done for our beloved mascot.
"Tech XX was a cherished member of the Louisiana Tech Family and, together, we will all grieve his passing."
And Sexton released a statement as well that said in part:
"My family, my staff and I are extremely upset at this tragic turn of events as I know the entire Louisiana Tech Family is as well," Sexton added. "Tech XX was a member of our immediate family and a daily part of our lives for the past four years.
"We are devastated over the circumstances of his passing and there will be a large void in our hearts for some time to come. As with any family member, we will spend considerable time grieving his passing."
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
OSG High: Parents Want Investigation In Son's Death
((HT: MyFoxAtlanta))
Full disclosure to start...
The HQ has covered Fitzgerald High School football in our Georgia workings. We have both personal and professional friends in the town, and we feel for their loss in the DJ Searcy case...
Earlier today in Atlanta, Searcy's parents held a presser at the national headquarters for the Omega Psi Phi fraternity...
"This was such a preventable death," said attorney Benjamin Crump, representing DJ Searcy's parents. "It never should've happened."
Doug Evans was at the presser...
"My question to the coaches is why didn't you call 911 on Monday night and notify me when he first went down unconscious and unresponsive," DJ's mother, Michelle Searcy, said.
The Searcy's are calling for an investigation by the Georgia High School Association as to what the Fitzgerald coaches knew and when they knew it...
FOSG Shayne Wright caught up with the Executive Director of the GHSA, Dr. Ralph Swearngin to ask about the heat policies over the weekend...
Full disclosure to start...
The HQ has covered Fitzgerald High School football in our Georgia workings. We have both personal and professional friends in the town, and we feel for their loss in the DJ Searcy case...
Earlier today in Atlanta, Searcy's parents held a presser at the national headquarters for the Omega Psi Phi fraternity...
"This was such a preventable death," said attorney Benjamin Crump, representing DJ Searcy's parents. "It never should've happened."
Doug Evans was at the presser...
"My question to the coaches is why didn't you call 911 on Monday night and notify me when he first went down unconscious and unresponsive," DJ's mother, Michelle Searcy, said.
The Searcy's are calling for an investigation by the Georgia High School Association as to what the Fitzgerald coaches knew and when they knew it...
FOSG Shayne Wright caught up with the Executive Director of the GHSA, Dr. Ralph Swearngin to ask about the heat policies over the weekend...
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
OSG High: Another HS Death, This Time In Arkansas
((HT: KTHV-TV Little Rock))
The HQ thinks that this is the fifth death during the early parts of pre-season practice this high school football season...
This time, it's in Arkansas...
Gurdon ((AR)) High School sophomore Montel Williams collapsed at football practice and later died. Head football coach John Pace says Williams fell to one knee after a series of wind sprints during practice Tuesday night.
Preliminary autopsy results should be available tomorrow. Investigators are keeping an open mind and are looking into whether heat exhaustion or an undiagnosed medical condition could have played a role in Williams death.
Coach John Pace says the team will dedicate its season to Williams and try to get through this tragedy together. "They're all in shock, kind of like we all are." Pace says, "Only time will help that."
Gurdon students go back to school on Monday, and grief counselors will be made available to Williams's friends and fellow students...
Here's the latest with Pam Baccam in a small town that has been affected deeply...
The HQ thinks that this is the fifth death during the early parts of pre-season practice this high school football season...
This time, it's in Arkansas...
Gurdon ((AR)) High School sophomore Montel Williams collapsed at football practice and later died. Head football coach John Pace says Williams fell to one knee after a series of wind sprints during practice Tuesday night.
Preliminary autopsy results should be available tomorrow. Investigators are keeping an open mind and are looking into whether heat exhaustion or an undiagnosed medical condition could have played a role in Williams death.
Coach John Pace says the team will dedicate its season to Williams and try to get through this tragedy together. "They're all in shock, kind of like we all are." Pace says, "Only time will help that."
Gurdon students go back to school on Monday, and grief counselors will be made available to Williams's friends and fellow students...
Here's the latest with Pam Baccam in a small town that has been affected deeply...
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
OSG High: 2 More Football Deaths During Practice
((HT: AJC/Carvell))
Fitzgerald ((GA)) High School DL DJ Searcy died Tuesday morning following practice at a camp in northern Florida. The 16-year-old was found unresponsive in his cabin, according to the Columbia County ((FL)) Sheriff’s Office.
Add to that Locust Grove ((GA)) High School OL Forrest Jones death Tuesday night in hospital after passing out after a voluntary workout last week. Doctors believe that Jones may have suffered from heat stroke or exhaustion, according to his family through WSB-TV.
Here's a story that aired on WXIA-TV in Atlanta earlier Tuesday before Jones passed where 11Alive talked to the family...
From Carvell:
Until Tuesday, there had not been a heat-related death for a high school football player in Georgia in five years, according to the Georgia High School Association.
The GHSA is the state’s governing body for high school athletics. It mandated that all member schools develop their own heat policy after the death of Rockdale County football player Tyler L. Davis after a voluntary workout Aug. 1, 2006.
Here's a copy of the statement released by the Ben Hill ((GA)) County Superintendent on Searcy's passing...
Ben Hill County Schools and the Fitzgerald Hurricanes suffered the most devastating loss of the year today. The season has not begun but the team, coaches, and staff are reeling from the passing of D. J. Searcy, an 11th grade student at Fitzgerald High School. D. J., a defensive lineman with the Hurricanes, was attending football camp near Lake City, Florida this week.
After an unnamed player advised one of the coaches that there was a problem with D.J. who was located in his room in the assigned cabin, D.J. was transported to the hospital where he later passed away at 12:43 P.M. today, August 8, 2011.
The cause of death is unknown at this time, but the body will be transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Jacksonville, Florida.
Numerous administrators, teachers and coaches describe D.J. as a "great kid". He was a good student with a positive attitude who was always smiling. He was an outstanding athlete, a favorite of students and staff. The school, friends, and family will miss the smiling face of this beloved young man.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family, friends, and staff who were impacted by his young life. The team will be returning later this afternoon. Counselors from all Ben Hill County Schools will be available to students. Appreciation is extended to all the surrounding school districts who have offered their counseling services and condolences through calls and emails.
As Bobby Connor, Superintendent of rival Irwin County expressed, "We might be rivals across the field in competition, but in situations like this we are pulling together with support for your community."
God bless the family of D. J. Searcy during their time of loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Nancy P. Whidden
Superintendent of Schools
Fitzgerald ((GA)) High School DL DJ Searcy died Tuesday morning following practice at a camp in northern Florida. The 16-year-old was found unresponsive in his cabin, according to the Columbia County ((FL)) Sheriff’s Office.
Add to that Locust Grove ((GA)) High School OL Forrest Jones death Tuesday night in hospital after passing out after a voluntary workout last week. Doctors believe that Jones may have suffered from heat stroke or exhaustion, according to his family through WSB-TV.
Here's a story that aired on WXIA-TV in Atlanta earlier Tuesday before Jones passed where 11Alive talked to the family...
From Carvell:
Until Tuesday, there had not been a heat-related death for a high school football player in Georgia in five years, according to the Georgia High School Association.
The GHSA is the state’s governing body for high school athletics. It mandated that all member schools develop their own heat policy after the death of Rockdale County football player Tyler L. Davis after a voluntary workout Aug. 1, 2006.
Here's a copy of the statement released by the Ben Hill ((GA)) County Superintendent on Searcy's passing...
Ben Hill County Schools and the Fitzgerald Hurricanes suffered the most devastating loss of the year today. The season has not begun but the team, coaches, and staff are reeling from the passing of D. J. Searcy, an 11th grade student at Fitzgerald High School. D. J., a defensive lineman with the Hurricanes, was attending football camp near Lake City, Florida this week.
After an unnamed player advised one of the coaches that there was a problem with D.J. who was located in his room in the assigned cabin, D.J. was transported to the hospital where he later passed away at 12:43 P.M. today, August 8, 2011.
The cause of death is unknown at this time, but the body will be transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Jacksonville, Florida.
Numerous administrators, teachers and coaches describe D.J. as a "great kid". He was a good student with a positive attitude who was always smiling. He was an outstanding athlete, a favorite of students and staff. The school, friends, and family will miss the smiling face of this beloved young man.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family, friends, and staff who were impacted by his young life. The team will be returning later this afternoon. Counselors from all Ben Hill County Schools will be available to students. Appreciation is extended to all the surrounding school districts who have offered their counseling services and condolences through calls and emails.
As Bobby Connor, Superintendent of rival Irwin County expressed, "We might be rivals across the field in competition, but in situations like this we are pulling together with support for your community."
God bless the family of D. J. Searcy during their time of loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Nancy P. Whidden
Superintendent of Schools
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