Northwestern State University football player, Ronnie Caldwell, has sadly died at the age of 21. We explore the cause of his death and net worth.
Caldwell transferred from Tyler Junior College after the 2021 season. He appeared in 11 games last season and finished seventh on the team in tackles.
Ronnie Caldwell was yet to feature for his new school this season due to an injury he suffered in the preseason.
His death has left many shocked and devastated. His fans have taken to social media to sympathize with the family of the young football player.
Following his death, we take a deep dive into the cause of Ronnie Caldwell’s death and his net worth.
What was the cause of Ronnie Caldwell’s death?
The young college player died on Thursday morning after a shooting incident on the University Pathway near Northwestern State’s campus. Ronnie was shot multiple times.
According to reports, the police attempted to save Ronnie Caldwell but his injuries were too severe and the young football player succumbed to them.
His team “The Demons” cancelled their upcoming game against Nicholls after the incident. A statement was released by his school to confirm the death of the college football player.
The statement reads, “The Northwestern State family has suffered a tremendous loss. Ronnie Caldwell was a young man who had a bright future ahead of him on or off the football field. He was our voice in the locker room. When Ronnie spoke, others listened.”
“The respect our football team had for Ronnie was evident. He did not play a snap this year because of an injury, but his voice resonated with every member of our team from the first player to the 115th on our roster.”
“During these difficult times, I extend my deepest condolences and offer my prayers to Ronnie’s family and friends.”
Many sympathizers and loved ones have taken to social media to pay tribute to the college football player.
The head coach of his team, Brad Laird, paid tribute to his former player, Ronnie Caldwell. He described Caldwell as a young man who had a bright future ahead of him on or off the field.
He said, “Ronnie Caldwell was a young man who had a bright future ahead of him on or off the football field. He was our voice in the locker room.”
“Our hearts are broken and ache for Ronnie’s family and friends. His loss will be felt here at Northwestern State, in Natchitoches and in his home.”
What was the net worth of Ronnie Caldwell?
Sadly, Ronnie Caldwell was a very young football player about to build his footballing career before his untimely death as such details about his net worth are unavailable at the moment.