DePaul Soccer Player Death: Roommate’s Reaction
- The DePaul University community is mourning the sudden death of Chase Stegall, a 20-year-old soccer player.
- An autopsy is pending as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
- Izaiah Coleman, Stegall's teammate and roommate, expressed his shock and disbelief.
DePaul University mourns the sudden death of soccer player Chase Stegall,a vibrant 20-year-old. News outlets report stegall was found unresponsive in a residence hall, sparking an outpouring of grief from the community. His roommate, Izaiah Coleman, a teammate, shares his disbelief and reflects on Stegall’s positive influence, vowing to honor his memory. The university offers counseling services to students coping with the loss. Authorities await autopsy results as they investigate the circumstances of his passing. The loss is deeply felt across the DePaul athletics family. For further details and community reactions, visit News Directory 3 for updates. Discover what plans the university has for memorial arrangements.
DePaul Soccer Player Chase Stegall Dies Unexpectedly at 20
Updated June 03, 2024
The DePaul University community is mourning the sudden death of Chase Stegall, a 20-year-old soccer player. Stegall, a member of the men’s soccer team, was found unresponsive in a residence hall on the school’s Lincoln Park campus Monday, according to university officials. His unexpected death has prompted an outpouring of grief and support.
Police responded to a call at approximately 8:30 a.m. in the 2300 block of Kenmore Avenue. Stegall was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is pending as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
Izaiah Coleman, Stegall’s teammate and roommate, expressed his shock and disbelief. “I’m very shocked,” Coleman said. “I didn’t think it was real. I was waiting for him to be like, to come in through the door.” He remembered Stegall as an exceptionally positive person.
Coleman hopes to carry on Stegall’s optimistic outlook. “He’s like ‘you’ve got so much to live for,’” Coleman said, recalling stegall’s encouragement. “He just told me all the time ‘you can’t be negative about these things.’ So that’s something to move forward. Now that he’s not with me physically…I just have to live with a smile on my face, just like Chase did.”
DePaul University is providing counseling services to students during this difficult time.
“We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Chase Stegall, a cherished member of our community, dedicated teammate and kind-hearted friend,” said DeWayne Peevy, vice president and director of athletics, and Mark Plotkin, head men’s soccer coach, in a joint statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Chase’s family, friends, teammates and all who loved him. In the coming days, we will support Chase’s family and teammates through this devastating time. His loss will be deeply felt across our entire athletics and university family and his memory will forever be a part of DePaul University.”
What’s next
The university will continue to offer support services to students and staff as they process the loss of chase stegall. Details regarding memorial arrangements will be announced later.