University of San Francisco athletic director dies during morning workout on campus, officials say

"Our prayers go out to Larry's wife, Laura, their children, Kristin, Sean, Scott, Eric, and Louis, their families, and his grandchildren. Our thoughts and prayers also go to the university's 250 student-athletes and all of the coaches and staff under Larry's skillful watch over the past three years."

"Williams was named USF's athletic director in 2022. He is an eight-year NFL veteran and earned his JD from University of San Diego School of Law while playing with the San Diego Chargers. Williams had also played with the Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, and the New England Patriots."

"USF said it has made counseling resources and University Ministry support services available on campus to support grieving students, faculty and staff. Stephanie Shrieve-Hawkins, USF's deputy athletics director for administration and facilities, has been named the interim athletic director. Williams' cause of death was not released."

Larry Williams, 62, died during a morning workout on the University of San Francisco campus. The university offered prayers to his wife Laura, their children Kristin, Sean, Scott, Eric, and Louis, extended family members, grandchildren, the university's 250 student-athletes, coaches, and staff. Williams became USF athletic director in 2022. He was an eight-year NFL veteran who earned a JD from the University of San Diego School of Law while playing with the San Diego Chargers and also played with the Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, and New England Patriots. USF provided counseling and University Ministry support and named Stephanie Shrieve-Hawkins interim athletic director. The cause of death was not released.

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