Austin Peay HC Jeff Faris issued the following statement:
“Hardrick was an exceptional young man, and our team is heartbroken by his loss. He made everyone around him better and has made a real impact both on and off the field. We lift up the Hardrick family in prayer as we grieve this tragic loss with them.”
Hardrick played at Mississippi State and Miami-Ohio before transferring to Austin Peay for the upcoming season.
The cause of death has not been disclosed.
