Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach was has died at the age of 61, according to his family.
Leach died overnight from health complications that arose from his heart condition at the Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi.
“We are uplifted by the outpouring of love and prayers from family, friends, Mississippi State University, the hospital staff, and football fans around the world. Thank you for sharing in the joy of our beloved husband and father’s life,” his family continued.
MEDIA: From the Leach family: “Coach Mike Leach passed away last night from complications related to a heart condition. He was a giving and attentive husband, father and grandfather. He was able to participate in organ donation at UMMC as a final act of charity. (1 of 2)
— Sid Salter (@sidsalter) December 13, 2022
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