31-Year-Old Georgian Tennis Player’s Sudden Death Sends Shock Waves Across the Local Tennis Community

The entire tennis community is stunned and heartbroken upon hearing the news of the sudden death of a former college tennis superstar, Lilly Kimbell. She was only 31 years old when she suffered a massive heart attack that was reported as her cause of death. The former University of Georgia student was regarded as one of the most talented athletes in their sporting community during her heyday.

With her great on-court personality and attitude, Kimbell won the hearts of many students and coaches in her college. And now, the devastating news has deeply saddened everyone who knew her as a vibrant and aspiring woman. Here’s what you need to know about the 31-year-old former college player and her remarkable college tennis career.

The tennis community is heartbroken by the demise of Lilly Kimbell

From her coaches to her friends, everyone was stunned upon hearing about the young former college player’s tragic news. Lilly Kimbell was rushed to the nearby hospital after she suddenly collapsed at her home. She also received CPR on the way to the hospital, where it was made clear that she suffered a massive heart attack.

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The cause of the same is being determined due to her kidney problem, according to a report from FTL Newz. Kimbell was regarded as one of the most successful and talented tennis players, given her incredible stats for the University of Georgia. Their head coach, Jeff Wallace, who often hailed her performances, was also shocked by the news.

Speaking about the late star, Wallace reminisced about her great ethics and personality as an athlete for their college. Lilly was known for her friendly and loving attitude toward her teammates and coaches. With a remarkable 197 victories in her bag, she was a striking figure during the NCAA tournament. Especially during the doubles event where she was regarded as one of the best college tennis players.

Others in the sporting community also reacted to Kimbell

A number of former college athletes and tennis coaches took to social media to express their sorrow over the heartbreaking news. Christian Robinson, the Baylor University Linebacker’s coach, was shattered upon hearing the passing of the former Georgia Bulldogs tennis player.

In his Twitter post, he also reminisced about Kimbell by saying that she was one of the kindest people in the college. Apart from him, the official Twitter page of Georgia Women’s Tennis also remembered their former athlete.

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