Heartbreaking: sad news 😭Sonny Smart, Father of Georgia Coach Kirby Smart, Passes Away just now due to…… more details ⬇️
Heartbreaking: sad news 😭Sonny Smart, father of Kirby Smart, passed away just now due to……. more details ⬇️
Heartbreaking: sad news 😭Sonny Smart, Father of Georgia Coach Kirby Smart, Passes Away just now due to…… more details ⬇️
The University of Georgia announced in a statement that Sonny Smart fell on New Year’s Eve and fractured his hip. Smart underwent hip surgery but complications arose. Smart was surrounded by his wife Sharon, and their three children: Karl, Kirby and Kendall.
The college football world is mourning the loss of Sonny Smart, the father of Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart, who passed away early Saturday morning due to complications following hip surgery. A beloved figure in the football community, Sonny Smart’s life was dedicated to the sport and the countless individuals he mentored over his decades-long career.
Sonny Smart, a former high school football coach in Alabama and Georgia, was instrumental in shaping his son Kirby’s passion for the game. Known for his calm demeanor and strategic mind, Sonny had a profound influence not only on his son but also on the athletes he coached throughout his career. Many of his former players credit him with teaching them life lessons that extended far beyond the football field.
Kirby Smart, who has led the Georgia Bulldogs to multiple national championships, has often spoken about the impact his father had on his career. In interviews, Kirby credited his father for instilling the values of discipline, hard work, and resilience that have become the hallmarks of his coaching philosophy.
The loss comes at a poignant time as Kirby Smart was preparing for Georgia’s upcoming bowl game. Despite the difficult personal circumstances, Kirby has emphasized the importance of carrying on his father’s legacy by continuing to lead and inspire his team.
Fans, players, and coaches across the country have expressed their condolences, flooding social media with tributes to Sonny Smart. His legacy as a coach, mentor, and father will be remembered for years to come.
The Smart family has asked for privacy during this challenging time as they grieve the loss of a remarkable man who left an enduring legacy in both football and life.
