Prayers Pouring In After Athlete Dies In 'Horrifying' Tree Accident originally appeared on The Spun.

Prayers are pouring in on social media after an 18-year-old athlete was killed when a tree struck her car.

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A local community is mourning the loss of a promising athlete. A high school senior was killed when a tree fell onto her car. The 18-year-old student athlete was a standout softball player for the high school.

Kennedy Columbus, a 12th grader, was killed on Lake Shore Road in Chazy, New York earlier this week. She was driving her Ford Bronco on Lake Shore Road when a tree fell and hit her.

She was pronounced dead on the scene.

"This is an unimaginable loss, and our entire school community is grieving. We ask that you speak openly and compassionately with your children this evening. A loss like this can be overwhelming, and no one should face it alone. Our hearts are with Kennedy’s family and all who knew and loved her. We will share more information in the coming days," a spokesperson for the school said in part.

Prayers are pouring in for her friends and family members.

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"Her energy, her kindness, and her love for the game of softball were just small pieces of what made her so special. Whether on the mound striking out batters or in the classroom brightening someone’s day, Kennedy left a mark that will never fade," her obituary read.

It added: "Kennedy was a star athlete, a beloved friend, and a soon-to-be graduate. She was best known as a standout pitcher on the Chazy Eagles softball team, earning recognition for her skill, determination, and leadership on and off the field."

Our thoughts are with her friends and family members during this difficult time.

May she rest in peace.

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Prayers Pouring In After Athlete Dies In 'Horrifying' Tree Accident first appeared on The Spun on Jun 22, 2025

This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 22, 2025, where it first appeared.