Mike Leach memories: Fans, coaches and media remember beloved coach on anniversary of his death
Mike Leach passed away because of a heart condition last December as Tuesday marked the 1-year anniversary of his death.
Fans, coaches, media, and former players like Will Rogers all made posts on social media to commemorate the impact that “The Pirate” had on their lives.
Leach coached at Texas Tech, Washington State, and Mississippi State during his career on the sidelines. Leach had success no matter where he went and left his mark on each and every program.
There are countless videos and examples of Leach simply being himself during his time as a head coach. From Leach’s thoughts on the ultimate Thanksgiving meal to questioning the College Football Playoff format, he wasn’t afraid to weigh in.
The college football world lost a living legend 1 year ago. Here are some of the reactions to the anniversary of Leach’s passing:
A year ago we lost too soon a college football icon, a coaching legend, and an even better person.
Rest in peace, Coach Leach ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/ZctqbuodC3
— Mississippi State Football (@HailStateFB) December 12, 2023
Missing Coach Leach today. 1 year ago today we lost the PIRATE! Thank you for everything you did for college football and being the person you were. #SwingYourSword pic.twitter.com/WbCIDjPV5I
— Eliah Drinkwitz (@CoachDrinkwitz) December 12, 2023
Can’t even wrap my head around the fact that it has been a year. It still doesn’t even feel real.
A legend gone too soon. Keep swinging your sword, Mike Leach! pic.twitter.com/3cw2JslGAJ
— Jon Sokoloff (@JonSokoloff) December 12, 2023
Rest in peace to Mike Leach.
I met him only once in my life. Introduced myself, and then he introduced himself to me. Next thing, he tells me to pull out my phone and take down Matt Dudeck’s number so I can keep him updated on who’s out there.
I can tell he was greatly loved…
— Rion (Ree-un) Young (@MacCorleone74) December 12, 2023
1 year ago, we lost Mike Leach way too soon. ?
R.I.P. Pirate. ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/hIAgYL5y6B
— College Sports Only (@CollegeSportsO) December 12, 2023
One year ago we lost Mike Leach. What was one of your favorite moments? ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/npwx1G7dKE
— that SEC podcast (@thatSECpodcast) December 12, 2023
1 year ago today, the Pirate took his last voyage. RIP Mike Leach. pic.twitter.com/tO45Synxoq
— Sam R. Hall (@samrhall) December 12, 2023
The Pirate, The Greatest. #MikeLeach https://t.co/nx2uuEypEi
— Masculinity Matters (@Masculinity_) December 12, 2023
Remembering Mike Leach one year on. ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/N07TqJYaBz
— Mississippi State Alumni (@MSStateAlumni) December 12, 2023
One year since we lost the pirate. RIP Mike Leach. https://t.co/wNM2YSIR6Y
— jake willbanks (@jakewilbanks) December 12, 2023
I was lucky to spend 22 years with the incomparable Coach Mike Leach, as friend and agent. We celebrate you today, Mike.
“Never be afraid of hard. Hard is much more fun. Never hope for easy.” ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/nrC1icIpTa
— GOAN SPORTS (@goansports) December 12, 2023
Miss you Coach! ?☠️ pic.twitter.com/zvS24rTmMw
— Dave Emerick (@DaveEmerickUSC1) December 12, 2023
Can’t believe it’s been a year. RIP to a legend but an even better friend. Miss ya coach. pic.twitter.com/WSvKqmNiH5
— Will Rogers (@Wrogers__2) December 12, 2023
There is only one Mike Leach. pic.twitter.com/JdTMAWMdE5
— Unnecessary Roughness (@UnnecRoughness) December 9, 2023
Mike Leach’s ideal Thanksgiving plate
? @HailStateStool pic.twitter.com/G10hxG8PV1
— Unnecessary Roughness (@UnnecRoughness) November 23, 2023
