BYU football mourns the lost of offensive lineman Sione Veikoso, who was killed in construction accident
"We are extremely saddened to learn of the tragic death of one of our brothers, Sione Veikoso," BYU head coach Kalani Sitake wrote on Twitter."His passing is heartbreaking to all of us. We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to his family as we share in their grief. Our love for you is forever, Sione!"
Veikoso was part of a crew working on a 15-foot retaining wall when it partially collapsed, according to KITV News in Honolulu. Multiple individuals were trapped after the collapse. Firefighters responded to the scene and removed the rubble to reach the people who were trapped, the report revealed. At least two were in serious condition.
PALO ALTO, CA - NOVEMBER 26: The BYU Cougars football team, including Houston Heimuli #35, Sione Veikoso #72, Kingsley Suamataia #78, Alden Tofa #51, Joe Tukuafu #52, Lorenzo Fauatea #55, Peter Falaniko #68 and others, pose for a group photo prior to an NCAA college football game against the Stanford Cardinal on November 26, 2022, at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto, California.
"The BYU Football Family mourns the passing of our dear teammate and fellow Cougar, Sione Veikoso," BYU athletics director Tom Holmoe said on Twitter."May his family and friends feel our love and faith at this most sacred and difficult time. Peace be with you now and forever Sione."
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