Jack Madison, a 20-year-old sophomore and tennis player at Colorado College, died in his sleep on January 2, 2023, according to a campus-wide email. He was at home in Ohio at the time of his death. The cause of death has not been announced yet.
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A Promising Tennis Player
Madison was recruited to Colorado Springs out of Bexley, Ohio, where he was a two-time all-state selection at Columbus Academy. He was also the captain of his high school team in his senior year. He had a passion for tennis and wanted to pursue it at the college level.
However, Madison missed his freshman season at Colorado College due to a hernia injury that required surgery. He returned to action in the fall of 2022 and played in four matches for the Tigers. He was looking forward to competing in the spring season of 2023.
A Creative and Insightful Student
Madison was not only an athlete, but also a creative and insightful student who enjoyed language, music, and the arts. According to his obituary, he advocated for introspection and critical thinking among his peers and exposed them to new musical talents. He was also interested in history and journalism and planned to major in history and minor in journalism.
Madison participated fully in all aspects of campus life and embraced his time at Colorado College. He was perceptive, witty, generous, and had a mind of his own. He shared his gifts with his friends and the college community.
A Devastating Loss for the College Community
The news of Madison’s death shocked and saddened the college community, especially his teammates and coaches. Colorado College Vice President and Director of Athletics Lesley Irvine said in a statement that they were devastated by the tragic passing of Jack Madison. She added that he was a beloved member of the men’s tennis team and that all of the athletes and students on campus would mourn his loss.
The head coach of the men’s tennis team, Anthony Weber, also expressed his grief over Madison’s death. He said that Madison was one of the most friendly and respectful student-athletes they had in their program. He praised his selflessness and positive influence and said that they would miss him dearly. He also extended his condolences to Madison’s family and friends.
The college offered counseling and support services to anyone who needed them in this difficult time. They also planned to hold a memorial service for Madison when the students returned to campus for the spring semester.
According to The Gazette, Madison’s death preceded the sudden death of Air Force football player Hunter Brown, 21, who died on January 10 after suffering a medical emergency near his dormitory. The academy did not disclose the cause of Brown’s death either.
