Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is left devastated after the death of his father on the eve of the program’s College Football Playoff debut.
Sumrall will coach at Florida next season
JON Sumrall was hit with a family tragedy ahead of the College Football Playoff.
The Tulane head coach’s father died on Thursday night.
Jon Sumrall looks on ahead of the College Football Playoff
Sumrall is the head coach of the Tulane Green Wave
Sumrall is the head coach of the Tulane Green WaveCredit: Getty
Sumrall revealed in an X post that his father died at the age of 77 from lengthy health issues.
“God gave us more time with my Dad than we thought we would get,” he wrote.
“He left this Earth last night with Mom by his side in the house my brother Joe and I grew up in.
“Dad was a fighter. I learned so much from him… being a man of faith, grit, hard work, attitude, service, and more.
“Dad being there for our conference championship game two weeks ago and then the press conference in Gainesville a couple days later are memories I will never forget.
“He was always there for me and I know he still will be watching!
“It doesn’t get sweeter or tougher than my Mom!
“Mom and Dad have set a great example for Ginny and I on marriage, parenting and commitment.
“Love you always Dad!”
Fans shared their condolences for Sumrall on social media.
“So sorry for your loss Coach,” one fan said.
“May his memory forever be a blessing,” another fan said.
“Man this is tragic to hear, especially so close to your playoff appearance,” a third fan said.
