College Cross-Country Star Sarah Shulze Dead By Suicide At 21 'In A Single, Desperate Moment'
26.04.2022 - 17:25
/ perezhilton.com
College track star Sarah Shulze has tragically passed away.
The 21-year-old cross country star from California, who had just finished her junior year competing for the University of Wisconsin, suddenly and unexpectedly died by suicide on April 13, according a statement from her family released on her personal website.
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In the information confirming her passing, Sarah’s family shared details about the “single, desperate moment” that altered the course of their lives forever, writing:
Shulze, who was originally from Ventura County, California, had been known for her strong athletic performances in track and cross country. She was been named to the Big Ten Conference All-Academic Team in both 2020 and 2021, according to CBS News.
Mourning her untimely passing, Sarah’s family added:
So awful.
At the end of last week, the University of Wisconsin also shared a statement about their beloved track star’s death. Explaining the team’s fraught emotions amid the sad situation, the Badgers shared:
Just heartbreaking.
More optimistically, on Friday, Shulze’s family announced that they were initiating the Sarah Shulze Foundation, a non-profile seeking to support women’s rights and mental health. The late track star’s loved ones — parents Brigitte Shulze and Scott Shulze, and sisters Abbey and Ella — revealed the news as another update on Sarah’s website:
You can read more about that HERE.
We send our condolences to Sarah’s family during this sad, trying time.
R.I.P.
If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, someone is there to help. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
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