Greg Harden Leaves Legacy at University of Michigan Following Surgery Complications
Tragic News: Greg Harden Passes Away
The University of Michigan's Athletic Department and community received sad news on Friday morning, as it was announced that longtime athletics administrator and life coach Greg Harden passed away after complications from a recent surgery. Earlier this week, the athletic department announced that Harden had been hospitalized following a procedure completed on Monday.
A Lasting Impact on Student-Athletes
Harden is survived by his wife Sheila, three children—Brian, Victor, and Olivia—and his sister, Lynette. Having graduated from the university in 1981, he began working with student-athletes as a counselor in 1986. He advanced to an associate athletic director role before officially retiring in 2019.
- Harden maintained close ties to the school, aiding athletes behind the scenes after his retirement.
- Known as the school’s “Secret Weapon,” he profoundly influenced many athletes’ careers.
Greg Harden has worked with countless athletes over the years, credited with guiding stars such as Tom Brady, Desmond Howard, J.J. McCarthy, Jalen Rose, and Michael Phelps. His loss resonates deeply within the Harden family and the university community. Rest in peace, Greg Harden.
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