The XFL is mourning the loss of Ben Siegfried, an athletic trainer who has worked with the St. Louis Battlehawks and DC Defenders recently.
“The XFL family mourns the loss of our teammate, Ben Siegfried, who passed away last evening. Ben, a graduate student athletic trainer from Lebanon Valley College working with the XFL Athletic Training Department, was an integral part of preparing our Battlehawks and Defenders for the season,” the XFL stated.
“His infectious smile in the locker room and passion for his work will be deeply missed by all the players and staff who had the opportunity to work with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.”
The St. Louis Battlehawks reportedly canceled meetings on Thursday morning after learning of Siegfried’s death. Practices were resumed later in the week as they prepare for their home opener.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Siegfried family. Ben was a passionate person and a bright light every day since we started the season back in January. He was a special part of the Battlehawks family and he will be sorely missed. Hugged his mom and brother today,” St. Louis Battlehawks Head Coach Anthony Becht tweeted.
The St. Louis Battlehawks will play their home debut on March 12 against the Arlington Renegades.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Siegfried family. Ben was a passionate person and a bright light everyday since we started the season back in January. He was a special part of the Battlehawks family and he will be sorely missed. Hugged his mom and brother today ?? https://t.co/dYVTY5ShNc
— Anthony Becht (@Anthony_Becht) March 10, 2023
