A memorial service has been planned for Furman University football player Bryce Stansfield.
He died February 9th in the hospital after he suffered a medical emergency during an early morning workout in Paladin Stadium.
Furman University said a campus memorial service is set for Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 3:45 p.m. in McAlister Auditorium. The Stansfield family is asking everyone to bring a photo of Bryce or an index card with a favorite memory written on it. Dress is casual, but everyone is encouraged to wear Furman gear.
The University conferred Stansfield's Bachelor of Science degree in a ceremony before he passed.
Previously reported: The Furman Football player that had been hospitalized earlier this week, has passed away. Bryce Stanfield's passing was announced Friday afternoon after originally being hospitalized during a Wednesday workout due to a "medical emergency".
A press release from the school explained that the 21-year-old Furman junior Defensive Tackle died surrounded by his friends and family.
Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Jason Donnelly conveyed a bachelor of science degree to Stanfield before his passing, saying this makes him a graduate of the University.
A press conference following Stanfield's passing, head football coach Clay Hendrix said “His passing is one of the most difficult things Furman football has ever encountered, but our faith and so many wonderful memories Bryce provided us will help sustain us all in the days ahead.”
Officials say they do not have answers regarding medical questions, as they currently do not know what Stanfield's medical condition or cause of death were.