Stanford Women's Soccer Star Katie Meyer Dead at 22
Stanford's women's soccer team is mourning the loss of one of its players, Katie Meyer.
The university announced on Wednesday that the 22 year old star goalkeeper and team captain had passed away at a campus residence.
A cause of death was not released. Stanford's athletic director shared in a statement
There are no words to express the deep sadness we feel about Katie Meyer's passing. Katie Meyer was an outstanding student athlete and a beloved, passionate leader here at Stanford.
Our entire athletics community is heartbroken and Katie will be deeply missed. Her team also shared a message of their own, simply posting these words on Instagram. We love you, Katie.
In Stanford's news release, the international relations major was described as someone who is, quote, extraordinarily committed to everything and everyone in her world and quote a larger than life team player in all her pursuits.
She helped her soccer team, secured two PAC 12 championships and notably made two huge saves during a penalty shootout in the 2019 NCAA Championship, helping cement her team's big victory.
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