Mississippi State coach Mike Leach, 61, was transported from his home to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson on Sunday following a “personal health issue.” He was deemed Monday to be in “critical condition,” according to MSU.
“Mike’s family is with him and appreciates the overwhelming expressions of love and support for the coach, but also requests that their family’s privacy be respected at this time,” the school said in a Monday statement.
Leach was last seen publicly Saturday both leading Mississippi State’s preparation for the ReliaQuest Bowl and at an evening holiday party. Defensive coordinator Zach Arnett has been elevated to interim coach of the Bulldogs as Leach remains hospitalized.
Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach had a massive heart attack on Sunday in Starkville and was transferred to University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, where he is still being cared for on Monday.
https://t.co/Omdu7tyDp4— Clarion Ledger (@clarionledger) December 12, 2022
Statement from Mississippi State University on Head Football Coach Mike Leach: https://t.co/p0bcYJ1jUO
— Mississippi State Football (@HailStateFB) December 11, 2022