The college football world lost a valued member far too early today as former South Florida quarterback Kirk Rygol passed away. He was 24 years old.
Rygol’s family announced in a GoFundMe that he passed away this past Sunday. The family is raising money in order to pay for his funeral service.
“Hello family and friends, with a heavy heart and deep sadness, my nephew, Kirk Rygol Jr, passed away Sunday evening. He was only 24, and we miss him terribly. Our family is reaching out for help to cover the funeral expenses for my nephew,” the family wrote.
Rygol played for USF during the 2019 season, completing 12 of 24 passes for 170 yards and two touchdowns over five games. He also had nine carries for 29 yards in what was his only year on the field.
“Our thoughts & prayers are with the friends & family of Kirk Rygol, a member of the 2019 team,” USF Football said in a statement. They also shared a link to the family’s GoFundMe page.
Our thoughts & prayers are with the friends & family of Kirk Rygol, a member of the 2019 team.
Bulls Nation, you can help support Kirk’s family in covering funeral expenses here: https://t.co/7K68NVmJvx pic.twitter.com/LPvZ4DSc4D
— USF Football (@USFFootball) December 15, 2023
Our hearts go out to Rygol’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.