Univ. of Georgia OL Devin Willock, Staff Staffer Killed In Automotive Crash

Devin Willock, a redshirt sophomore and offensive lineman for the College of Georgia died in a automobile crash early Sunday morning, together with UGA staffer … simply hours after the crew’s nationwide championship parade.

Willock was simply 20 years previous.

The recruiting staffer, 24-year-old Chandler LeCroy, was driving a 2021 Ford Expedition with Willock and two different passengers south of campus when the car by some means left the highway round 2:45 AM Jap and collided with two poles and several other bushes, in accordance with police.

Devin was pronounced lifeless on the scene. LeCroy was transported to the hospital, the place she later died because of her accidents.

The 2 different passengers had been injured … one critically.

“Your complete Georgia household is devastated by the tragic lack of soccer student-athlete Devin Willock and soccer workers member Chandler LeCroy,” the College of Georgia stated in an announcement.

“Devin and Chandler had been two particular individuals who meant a lot to the College of Georgia, our soccer program, and our athletic division. We ask that everybody maintain their households in your prayers throughout this very tough time.”

Georgia soccer coach Kirby Good additionally launched an announcement … “We’re all heartbroken and devastated with the lack of Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy. Devin was an excellent younger man in each means. He was at all times smiling, was an awesome teammate, and was a pleasure to teach.”

“Chandler was a worthwhile member of our soccer workers and introduced an unimaginable angle and power each single day. We grieve with their households for this tragic loss and can assist them in each means doable.”

6’7″, 335 lbs. Willock, from New Millford, NJ, performed in all of Georgia’s video games this season, together with two begins at proper guard.

UGA had been celebrating their second consecutive nationwide championship, which they received Monday night time after defeating TCU, 65-7, within the title sport.