Community Mourns the Loss of Promising Quarterback
An Alabama community is grappling with grief following the tragic death of Caden Tellier, a high school quarterback who sustained a brain injury during John T. Morgan Academy’s season opener against Southern Academy. The incident occurred on Friday night, and his passing was confirmed the following day.
Critical condition and heartbreaking announcement
Sixteen-year-old Caden Tellier was rushed to the hospital in critical condition after suffering a head injury during the game. His death was announced the next day, leaving the community in shock. The Alabama Independent School Association’s Executive Director, Michael McLendon, shared on social media that Tellier had suffered a brain injury. However, specific details about how the injury occurred were not disclosed.
A family’s heartfelt statement
“Our boy, Caden Tellier has met Jesus face to face,” said the grieving parents in a poignant statement released on Saturday. “Everyone who knows Caden has known kindness, generosity, and love, and true to his nature, he is giving of himself one more time.”
A legacy of generosity
Bryan Oliver, the headmaster of John T. Morgan Academy, confirmed that Tellier was an organ donor. “Lives have been touched by the way he lived and now lives will be saved through his passing,” his parents’ statement further read.
Oliver described Tellier as a “shining light” who brought joy to the halls of the Selma, Alabama private school. “He was a student, a friend, an athlete, and most importantly, a Christ follower. There are no words to describe how we feel as a school community and family,” Oliver said in a social media post.
Suspension of school activities
In response to the tragic event, Morgan Academy school officials have suspended all activities for the week, according to the school association. The Tellier family has announced that a memorial service will be scheduled soon.
The loss of Caden Tellier has left a deep void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of kindness and generosity will continue to inspire and save lives.