SEC commissioner Greg Sankey releases statement on tragic deaths of Georgia's Devin Willock, Chandler LeCroy

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey has released a statement on the deaths of Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy. The two were killed in a car accident roughly 12 hours after Georgia‘s championship celebration.

“We join the University of Georgia community in mourning the loss of Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy. The Southeastern Conference family sends its condolences to the families, friends, teammates, classmates, and everyone close to these young people who left us too soon. Our prayers are with everyone today at the University of Georgia,” Sankey’s statement reads.

Two other unidentified people, one male, and one female were also in the car but survived.

Willock, a New Jersey native, had just wrapped up his third season at Georgia, where he appeared in all 15 games and started two of them. LeCroy had been with UGA as a recruiting analyst for nearly two years before her death, and even longer in other roles before that.

Kirby Smart releases statement on Devin Willock, support staffer

Kirby Smart has released a statement following the tragic death of both Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy.

“We are all heartbroken and devastated with the loss of Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy,” began Smart. “Devin was an outstanding young man in every way and was always smiling. He was a great teammate and a joy to coach. Chandler was a valuable member of our football staff and brought an incredible attitude and energy every single day. 

“We grieve with their families for this tragic loss and will support them in every way possible.”

The thoughts and prayers of the college football world are with the Georgia Bulldogs, and the families of both Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy on Sunday morning, as well as everyone involved.