He has a B.A. JMU Nation is a close community, and we grieve together.". She was a key member of our 2021 Women's College World Series team as a freshman catcher last year," Alger said in a statement released toJMUSports.com. "Lauren Bernett was a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program.". Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser! Balancing athletics, academics and the demands of everyday life overwhelmed her in a single, desperate moment," the family said in a statement. She was 7-of-9 at the plate with seven RBI and four runs as JMU swept Drexel over the weekend. Jason Hahn is a Human Interest and Sports Reporter for PEOPLE. Just a tragic loss.https://t.co/bWXNVwxyau pic.twitter.com/fWj1w5eOwS, JMU softball took the country by storm last year and Lauren Bernett played a huge part in that. James Madison president Jonathan Alber announced Bernett's death on Tuesday (April 26), just days after she was named as the Colonial Athletic Association's Player of the Week and months removed propelling the softball team to a Women's College World Series tournament appearance last season. She was 7-of-9 at the plate with seven RBI and four runs as JMU swept Drexel over the weekend. The James Madison University softball team has canceled all remaining games of the 2022 season following the death of star catcher Lauren Bernett, head coach Loren LaPorte announced Monday.. "College athletics is great because of the people with whom we get to interact every day. Four games, one against Virginia and. The American college sports community has been left heartbroken by another tragedy, after news that James Madison University (JMU) softball star Lauren Bernett has died at the age of 20. "JMU Nation is a close community, and we grieve together," they added. A cause of death was not provided. Mental health resources for student-athletes becoming priority at colleges, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The release also announced the cancellation of JMU softball's Wednesday doubleheader against Longwood and offered several mental-health resources. Four games, one against Virginia and three against Elon, were affected. According to the medical examiner's. She was 20. 10 months ago. As of the 2010 census, the population was 76,314. The James Madison University softball team canceled the remainderof its 2022 season after the death of player Lauren Bernett last Monday. STAY UP-TO-DATE: Subscribe to our Sports newsletter now! section: | slug: james-madison-university-softball-player-lauren-bernetts-death-classified-as-a-suicide-per-report | sport: other | route: article_single.us | Lauren,You have made such a big impact on this team not only as a player but as a person. Utility playerKayla Boseman wrote Bernett will "never be forgotten" while catcher/outfielderEmily Phillips added she's going to miss her "more than anything." The Dukes' doubleheader on . The university's athletic department announced the tragic news Tuesday, but did not list a . The school announced her death Tuesday, and the following day . ", "Our hearts are aching, hearing the news of the loss of one of our student-athletes," officials said "We are a tight family. I am so thankful that you were put in my life, and I will always cherish the time I had with you on the field and off the field. James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett has died, the school announced on Tuesday. LB @JMUSoftball pic.twitter.com/v0kGY6g1Mh, Many of Bernett's teammates shared their reactions to the tragic news on social media. "Our thoughts are with her family; her coaches, teammates and friends; the rest of our department staff and student-athletes; and the entire JMU community. in English from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University. Bernett, 20, played a major role. By subscribing, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. We are grateful that Lauren has been part of our JMU athletics community and will always consider her to be a Duke. Gunman Shoots Homeless Man Point Blank In The Head, Despite Being Locked Up for Megan Shooting, Suspended For Spitting On Drew Doughty In Game, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Bernett was 20. A terrible reminder of life's unfairness. James Madison University softball catcher Lauren Bernett is believed to have died of an apparent suicide, Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson announced Thursday (April 28) via WJLA.com. You looked so good yesterday. We will miss her dearly.. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. The Dukes' doubleheaderon Wednesday against Longwood wascanceled and the school sent out messages offeringsupport for mental health. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: general | pageType: stories | 6-keys: media/spln/other/reg/free/stories, at In a game against College of Charleston on April 16, she recorded three hits and seven RBIs -- a JMU record. Bernett, a sophomore, was a star catcher for the Dukes and had just had arguably her best week ever on the diamond for JMU. A true freshman proving to be an absolute force behind the plate. The American college sports community has been left heartbroken by another tragedy, after news that James Madison University (JMU) softball star Lauren Bernett has died at the age of 20. To honor Bernett, Liberty and Tennessee -- who both played JMU in last season's NCAA Regionals -- wore purple ribbons during their softball game Wednesday. We will use this time to continue healing and to honor Lauren's memory while finishing the academic semester strong. By THECOUNT.COM "ALWAYS OPEN! Seattle's Sports Leader, 93.3 KJR FM - Home of the Huskies and Kraken, Seattles Best NFL Draft Coverage, the NFL and Super Bowl, March Madness, Final Four and the Seattle Sounders! "We love you, Lauren," the JMU softball team said in a tweet on Tuesday. James Madison president Jonathan Alber announced Bernett's death on Tuesday (April 26), just days after she was named as the Colonial Athletic Association's Player of the Week and months removed propelling the softball team to a Women's College World Series tournament appearance last season. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. I love you forever and always. JMU Nation is a close community, and we grieve together.". "Our hearts are aching, hearing the news of the loss of one of our student-athletes," James Madison University President Jonathan Alger and Director of Athletics Jeff Bourne said in a joint statement on Tuesday. James Madison University is mourning the death of sophomore softball player Lauren Bernett, the school announced this week. Crisis Text Linealso provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. "Our hearts are aching, hearing the news of the loss of one of our student . HUGE NEWS: Tennis world erupts over Roger Federer announcement, 'NO VIABLE ALTERNATIVE': Wimbledon defends contentious Russia ban. Lauren Bernett has been named the conference Player of the Week after her impressive performance this weekend! Authorities with the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office announced that Bernett's death has. 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In a joint statement announcing Bernett's death, JMU president Jonathan Alger and athletic director Jeff Bourne said their "hearts are aching" over the death of Bernett, whom they described as "a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program.". I love you Lauren pic.twitter.com/lDVFWykasX, Former JMU star Odicci Alexander, Softball America's 2021 Pitcher of the Year, wrote "Love you LB" with a broken heart emoji two minutes before tweeting "You really never know what someone is going through.". In their statement, Alger and Bourne called the 20-year-old a "key member" of the school's Women's College World Series team last year. On the day that doubleheader was set to take place, the Dukes announced this weekend's three-game series against Delaware is also cancelled. Scooby Axson, USA TODAY 4/26/2022. According to the medical examiner's. She tied the school record for RBIs in a single game with seven on April 16. We are a tight family. She was an integral part of the James Madison. "The official report from the medical examiner's office is pending, and out of respect for her family and friends, there is no other information to release at this time," Hutcheson told the AP via email. Star pitcher Odicci Alexander posted to Twitter Tuesday morning that she was heartbroken about Bernett's death. Shulze, of Oak Park, California, earned Academic All-Big Ten honors for the 2020 and 2021 cross country seasons, as well as 2021 for track. She was a key member of our 2021 Women's College World Series team as a freshman catcher last year," Alger said in a statement released to JMUSports.com. Fellow pitcher Alexis Bermudez tweeted she loves Bernett and hopes she's "with all the puppies (she) can handle.". Bernett started 43 games as a freshman in 2021 and hit .235 with three homers and 10 RBIs. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA. (THECOUNT) Lauren Bernett, a James Madison University softball star who on Monday was named Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Week, has died. Liberty, the host school, also painted Bernett's initials and number onto the field. Bernett, a sophomore, was a star catcher for the Dukes and had just had arguably her best week ever on the diamond for JMU, reports TMZ. The. Bernett, a sophomore catcher from McDonald, Pennsylvania, started 43 of 45 games for a James Madison team that reached the College World Series. She was 20. Lauren Bernett was a JMU softball player known for being a standout in the program. Geo quick facts: Rockingham County is a county located in the U.S. state of Virginia. No cause of death was. ", LIVE NOW: 3 Men Convicted In Ahmaud Arbery Killing Learn Sentence, It's Official Twitter Confirms Elon Musk New Owner, Sam Bruce St. Thomas Aquinas HS Football Legend Found Dead At 24. Lauren Bernett, a star player on James Madison University's softball team, has died at age 20. In a game against College of Charleston on April 16, she recorded three hits and seven RBIs a JMU record. JMU described Bernett as "a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program". James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett, who helped her team reach the final four of the College World Series last year, has died. James Madison softball was one of the most fun stories of the 2021 spring college sports season. April 27 (UPI) -- James Madison softball catcher Lauren Bernett, who helped lead the university to a historic run to the Women's College World Series, died by apparent suicide, authorities said. Bernett was 20 years old. Washington. "Our hearts are aching, hearing the news of . The Western Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Virginia said Thursday that Bernett, 20, died by suicide. Odicci Alexander (@2seas__) April 26, 2022. "Our hearts are aching, hearing the news of the loss . James Madison announced Tuesday that softball team catcher Lauren Bernett had died. Sarah was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, friend, teammate and Badger student-athlete, the university said in a statement. Tragic news James Madison University softball star Lauren Bernett -- who was just named Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Week on Monday -- has died, the school announced. James Madison president Jonathan Alber announced Bernett's death on Tuesday (April 26), just days after she was named as the Colonial Athletic Association's Player of the Week and months removed propelling the softball team to a Women's College World Series tournament appearance last season. Colin E. Braley/ap. The announcement of Bernett's death came a day after the Colonial Athletic Association named her its Player of the Week. James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett died by suicide, the Western Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Virginia said Thursday. If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide please call theU.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifelineat 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741 or go toSpeakingOfSuicide.com/resourcesfor additional resources. USA TODAY The James Madison University softball team canceled the remainder of its 2022 season after the death of player Lauren Bernett last Monday. He previously worked for Complex Magazine in New York City. Earlier this week, Bernett wasnamed Colonial Athletic AssociationPlayer of the Weekas the Dukes swept a three-game setfrom Drexel. A day after pitcher Alissa Humphrey tweeted the news of Bernett's death "really hurts," the sophomore wrote about how her light continues to shine. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. 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College softball star Lauren Bernett died of apparent suicide, authorities say James Madison University announced Bernett's death Tuesday, saying in a statement, "Our hearts are aching.". Ill always remember her celebration to Odicci making the play., Catie Harper (@CatieHarper) April 26, 2022, We offer our deepest condolences to the Bernett family and the extended softball community that has been impacted. Hutcheson declined to give any further details, but he said an investigation into Bernett's death is ongoing. James Madison softball player Lauren Bernett, who helped the Dukes reach last year's Women's College World Series, has died at age 20. By THECOUNT.COM "ALWAYS OPEN! The Dukes' home doubleheader against Longwood on Wednesday was canceled. The school did not release a cause of death in its announcement. She had easily eclipsed those totals in 2022 with nine homers and 33 RBI while increasing her slugging percentage by 250 points. Infielder Jasmine Hall shared a video of herself singing with Bernett, adding she'll "always cherish" the time she had with her. The Dukes, who made the Women's College World Series last year, will finish the . She was 20. Bernett's shocking death was announced Tuesday by the university. James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett dies. In a statement announcing the sad news Tuesday morning, JMU officials did not reveal a cause of death but said the tragedy was "devastating. "Our thoughts are with her family; her coaches, teammates and friends; the rest of our department staff and student-athletes; and the entire JMU community. The death of a James Madison softball star Lauren Bernett has been classified . She was 20 years old. "We are a tight family. She was a key member of our 2021 Women's College World Series team as a freshman catcher last year. An hour ago, it was announced that she had passed away. The 20 . On Monday, the CAA handed her its Player of the Week award for her performances. The Virginia university did not reveal Bernett's cause of death. A cause of death has been revealed for James Madison University softball star Lauren Bernett. RELATED VIDEO: Cristiano Ronaldo to Miss Manchester United Game as He Mourns the Death of His Newborn Son. James Madison University softball player Lauren Bernett has died, the school announced on Tuesday. Fly high sweet girl pic.twitter.com/p9Mf4pub8m. He's worked at PEOPLE's Los Angeles Bureau as a writer and reporter since 2017 and has interviewed the likes of Kobe Bryant, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tom Brady. We are grateful that Lauren has been part of our JMU Athletics community and will always consider her to be a Duke. She had just been named the Colonial Athletic Association's Player of the Week on Monday after a strong performance in a series against Drexel over the weekend. Shes a light, no matter where she is. Lauren Bernettwas a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program. "College athletics is great because of the people with whom we get to interact every day," a school statement read. Crisis Text Linealso provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. "This was an extremely difficult decision and one that was not made lightly," JMU head coachLoren LaPortesaid. She was 20 years old. We will miss her dearly. Shehit .778with seven RBIin the series. The school did not release a cause of death in its announcement. James Madison University softball catcher Lauren Bernett is believed to have died of an apparent suicide, Rockingham County Sheriff Bryan Hutcheson announced Thursday via WJLA.com. She was 20 years old. Its county seat is the independent city of Harrisonburg. James Madison softball player Lauren Bernett has died, the school announced Tuesday. Sarah Shulze, a member of the University of Wisconsin's women's track and field and cross-country teams, was reported to have died by suicide earlier this month at the age of 21, NBC News reported on Monday (April 25). All Rights Reserved. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. We will miss her dearly. CNN James Madison University has announced the death of softball athlete Lauren Bernett - one of the key players of the 2021 Women's College World Series. "We will miss her dearly. Her teammate, Lexi Rogers, also earned Rookie of the Week honors. Four of those hits went for extra bases. Lauren Bernettwas a high-achieving member of our softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program. Sarah Shulze, a member of the University of Wisconsin's women's track and field and cross-country teams, was reported to have died by suicide earlier this month at the age of 21,NBC Newsreported on Monday. Photo: Colin E. Braley/ap. he James Madison softball team announced Monday it canceled the final four games of its 2022 season after sophomore catcher Lauren Bernett died last week. We will miss her dearly. Lauren you are forever in our hearts. Alex Riley (@ByAlexRiley) April 26, 2022, Two female college athletes died this week, one confirmed suicide:Sarah Shulze - University of Wisconsin trackLauren Bernett - James Madison softballAbsolutely heartbreaking. We love you, Lauren, the JMU softball team said in a tweet on Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/vDCFuWCxya, We join James Madison in mourning the loss of Lauren Bernett.Our condolences go out to her family, friends and teammates. Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the day that doubleheader was set to take place, CAA. James Madison University softball team and a great ambassador of JMU and our athletics program '' 16. Their reactions to the jmu softball player cause of death news Tuesday, and we grieve together. `` star. 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