UNLV mourns over the loss of football student-athlete Ben Christman

Soccer
2/12/2025 9:48:00 am

Las Vegas (Unlvrebels.com) – With great sadness, UNLV can confirm the death of Ben ChristmanAn UNLV student athlete and member of the football program.

Ben, a recent transfer to the university, was found the deceased in an apartment outside campus on Tuesday morning. His family has been notified and the athletic department has informed the team. Mental health and related support services are offered to those in need.

We have no further details at this time. The cause of death is released by Clark County Coroner’s Office at a later date.

Below are statements from President Keith E. Whitfield, director of athletics Erick Harperand main football coach Dan Mullen:

Statement by President Keith E. Whitfield:

“I was incredibly sorry to learn about the early departure of Ben Christman. There is little that can be said to reduce the pain by suddenly losing a member of our university family at such a young age, and my heart breaks to anyone who knew and loved him. On behalf of UNLV, our sincere compassion for Ben’s family, friends, loved ones and teammates in this very difficult time. “

Statement from Director of Athletics Erick Harper:
“We are heart -bred by the sudden departure of Ben ChristmanA new member of our football program and UNLV community. Ben recently joined as a transfer student and had already had a meaningful influence on his teammates and coaches. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and teammates in this extremely difficult time. Advisory services are provided to everyone in need. “

Statement from Main Football Trainer Dan Mullen:
“Our team’s heart is broken to hear about Ben’s passing away. Since the day when Ben set foot on our campus a month ago, he made the rebels a better program. Ben was an easy choice for our leadership committee when he had earned The immediate respect, admiration and friendship of all his teammates.

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