It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jada Brown. Jada passed away on Saturday, December 2. He joined Fayetteville State University in August of 2021 (as the defensive line coach and video coordinator). Please keep Jada's family in your thoughts as they go through this difficult time.
 
Jada was a well-respected member of the athletics department. He helped prepare our student-athletes for three championship appearances, the 2022 championship title, and an NCAA playoff game.
 
"Coach Brown was the driving force behind our defensive line's success over the past three seasons," said Head Football Coach Richard Hayes. "His presence in the room will be missed. As we mourn his untimely passing, we will continue to pray for his family."

Brown's funeral will be on Saturday, December 16 at 1 pm at the Dixie Hills First Baptist Church, located at 1995 Morehouse Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA 30314. The Viewing will be held on Friday, December 15 from 3 pm until 7 pm at Willie Watkins West End, located at 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30310. For monetary donations, please visit gofund.me/a309a7bc. Floral arrangements can be delivered to Willie Watkins West End on December 15. 
 
This is a great time of sorrow for our FSU community. As we grieve alongside Coach Brown's family, please know there are services available to faculty, staff, and students. Human Resources is available with information on employee assistance program (EAP) services for colleagues who may be feeling overwhelmed by this news. Students seeking additional support services can contact the Counseling and Personal Development Center at 910-672-1222 or counselingservices@uncfsu.edu, Monday Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. To speak with a counselor during the evenings, weekends, and holidays, please call 910-672-1203.