The loss of cherished coach and player Sean Wallace has left the Southern University football community in mourning. At 52, Wallace lost his fight with pancreatic cancer. He was a Hall of Fame player and a cornerstone of the Jaguars football program.
Wallace’s journey with cancer became public in 2023 when he openly discussed his fight against stage four pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by love and support from his family, who proudly wore “#SeanStrong” shirts during the 2023 Bayou Classic, where he served as acting head coach.
The New Orleans native idolized the Bayou Classic and considered it a homecoming. As a standout player on the Jaguars’ legendary team during the early 1990s, he earned numerous accolades, including Bayou Classic MVP and SWAC Defensive Player of the Year. His career included playing in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals before he turned his focus to coaching and ministry.
Wallace led the Jaguars to victory again in his final appearance at the Bayou Classic last November. It was a fitting tribute to a man who exemplified his team’s spirit.
Throughout his life, Wallace demonstrated unwavering dedication on and off the field. After a 25-year hiatus, he returned to Southern University to complete his degree. He was also a devoted husband for 28 years, a loving father, and a proud grandfather.
Wallace had always had a strong desire to coach young athletes. His goal as a safety coach was to instill in his players the same passion that motivated him as a player. In 2011, Wallace was inducted into the Southern Athletic Hall of Fame.
The Southern University football family honors Sean Wallace’s extraordinary life by remembering his accomplishments and significant influence on countless lives.
This article sources information from NOLA.com