The University has announced this morning the passing of Head Coach Mike Leach at the age of 61 due to a heart condition. Mike Leach is a top name in the college football community and has contributed so much to this sport. One of the key inventors of the “Air Raid” offense. Prayers are out to his family and the University at this time. Rest In Peace, Coach.
Great offensive mind.
Great interviews.
RIP Pirate
RIP Coach
Wow. Just saw this on social media. So sad.
You could tell that this coach loved his players but also said what he felt without filter. Some of the best post game interview soundbytes to ever come from a college football coach.
So shocking. Just goes to show that it doesnt matter what your job, fame, fortune…you can leave this world in a blink of an eye.
Prayers for the family. Interesting side note Minford’s principal, Jeff Pica, played against Coach Leach when Jeff was at Delta State and Leach was the OC at Valdosta State in the early 90’s.
Very sad indeed…
Prayers to his family and to his Bulldog family..Hail State!!
Dang, that’s awful
How can you not like a guy who shared this thought in the event of his death:
https://twitter.com/betsperts/status/1602682056848379912
It should also be mentioned that as an organ donor..several organs from him were donated. What a class act!!!
Coach Leach was always a hoot to watch in interviews. RIP.