Arkansas High School Football Coach Dies in Car Crash
A Malvern High School assistant football coach was killed in a vehicle crash late Saturday night, according to Arkansas State Police.
The crash report states that 54-year-old Mark Alan Freer was involved in a single-vehicle accident around 10:30 p.m. on Country Club Road, just south of Malvern. No additional details about the cause of the crash were immediately released.
In the wake of the tragedy, Malvern High School offered support to its players and community. “Our doors are open today if any players would like to come see us. Coaches will be up 1 p.m.–6 p.m.,” the school posted on social media.
Bauxite Football team sends our deepest condolences to the Malvern football team and the family of Coach Mark Freer. We are so sorry for your loss.
May God’s peace and presence rest on you all during this time. God bless you all!
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.”
Psalms 23:4-5 NIV
Please keep the Freer family in your prayers during this very tough time. This is so sad.
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