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Coach's pregnant wife dies suddenly at home
22 Sep
Summary
- Assistant coach John Beckley's wife, Kayla, passed away at 30.
- Kayla Saager-Beckley was pregnant with their daughter, Sawyer.
- A medical emergency at home led to her sudden death.
Tulsa's coaching staff is in mourning following the tragic death of Kayla Saager-Beckley, the wife of assistant coach John Beckley. The 30-year-old passed away at her home on September 15 due to a medical emergency. She was expecting a daughter named Sawyer.
Head coach Tre Lamb announced the devastating news, noting the profound impact on the entire football program. Kayla was reportedly working out at home when the emergency occurred, and was found unresponsive shortly after. The cause of death is pending an investigation by the Tulsa County Medical Examiner's Office.
Kayla was a former soccer player at Binghamton University, where she was remembered for her talent and kindness. The university expressed deep sorrow, highlighting her contributions to the soccer program and her devotion to family. Tulsa plans to honor Kayla with a helmet sticker during an upcoming game.
