In recent news, Sonny Holland passed away. The legend of Montana State Football took his last breath on Saturday, December 4, 2022, in Bozeman. He was 84 at the time of his death. It is no doubt to say that his sudden death has shattered many hearts. People who loved him are devastated to learn about Holland’s passing and are taking to social media to express their heartfelt tributes and sincere respects. Here, in this article, let us check what happened to the player and the head coach and how did he die. Read the full article to get the complete details.
How Did Sonny Holland Die?
Confirming Holland’s death news, Montana State released an official announcement. He announced the news on MTN Sports on Sunday and later they released the official announcement. Following the declaration, tributes poured in for Sonny Holland. Leon Costello, Bobcat’s athletic director, took to Twitter to express his sadness. He wrote what an incredible honor for him and his family to get to know the player.
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Leon further added that he was a regular in his suite on gamedays and he is still in awe of how all Bobcat fans, young and old, respected and admired him. Leon Costello went on to write that he will miss their conversations and handshakes and will also remember his sincerity. To the Greatest Bobcat of all time, thank you! You set the standard and will be greatly missed, he further added. Montana State Football also posted an emotional post for Sonny.
Current MSU coach Brent Vigen said that he was an absolute legend in every way and that Coach Holland personified what their players & our coaches strive to be. The Greatest Bobcat – his legacy will last forever, added Brent. Talking about Sonny Holland, he was born on March 22, 1938, in Butte. He attended Butte High School and played center at Montana State from 1956-59 and helped the Bobcats go 9-0-1 and claim the NAIA football championship as a freshman in 1956 by tying Saint Joseph’s 0-0 in terrible field conditions at the Aluminium Bowl in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Let us inform you that Holland became an assistant coach at Bozeman High School after his playing career. Later, in 1963, he became the full-time line coach. He was the first head football coach at Charles M. Russell High School in Great Falls where he served from 1965-67. Keep following Social Telecast for more updates and the latest news happening around the world and get all the trending news here.
