Former UCF football player passes away after going into cardiac arrest

Former UCF football player passes away

Former University of Central Florida student and football player Jake Hescock has passed away

ORLANDO, Fla. - Former University of Central Florida student and football player Jake Hescock has passed away. The former tight end went into cardiac arrest Tuesday while out on a jog in Boston, according to his family. 

Hescock, 25, suffered a severe brain injury during the medical incident and was put on life support before he died.  

In a tweet, University of Central Florida Head Coach Gus Malzahn confirmed Hescock's death. 

"We’re heartbroken to hear of Jake’s passing. He was an incredible person, who embodied what it means to be a UCF Knight. Everyone who knew Jake loved him and he was a blessing to coach. He will be greatly missed. Kristi and I’s prayers are with his whole family.

Hescock was a former UCF tight end and finished his 2021 Senior season starting all 12 regular games, and making one tackle.