On Sunday morning in Athens, tragedy befell the Georgian football team. Two members of their family, offensive lineman Devin Wheelock and a member of the recruiting staff, were killed in a car accident in the early hours. The incident was confirmed by the university with a sad confession.
Devin Wheelock Car Crash: How Did Devin Wheelock Die?
Unfortunately, a fatal crash Saturday morning left two members of the University of Georgia football program dead. Around 2:45 a.m. Sunday, a Ford Expedition traveling south on Barnett Shoals Road lost control and took a turn for the worse when the driver struck two utility poles and several trees. As a result, driver Chandler LeCroy was killed on impact, while passenger Devin Wheelock was killed at the scene. Additionally, two other members of the program were also injured in the crash, but remain in stable condition.
The cause of death for LeCroy and Willock was due to their severe injuries from the accident. This is an incredibly heartbreaking loss for all involved and a reminder of how quickly and unexpectedly things can change. The University of Georgia Athletic Association released a statement saying “the entire Georgia family is devastated by the tragic loss.” Our thoughts are with them all at this difficult time.
Devin and Chandler were two special people who meant so much to the University of Georgia, our football program and our athletic department. We ask that everyone keep their families in their prayers at this very difficult time.
The UGA Athletic Association will work with our medical team as well as our mental health and performance staff to make sure we provide the best possible support for our staff and student-athletes as they deal with this grief. We cannot provide any more comments at this time, but we ask that everyone please continue to keep those involved in your prayers.
On Saturday, the football team celebrated its National Championship victory with a parade and ceremony at Sanford Stadium. Despite the festive atmosphere, however, the day was tinged with sadness for the team – the tragic news had reached them just before the parade that their teammate Devin Wheelock and Chad had passed away. Wheelock was a beloved redshirt sophomore from New Milford and had played in every game all season plus some Southeastern Conference championships and College Football Playoff games.
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