United Football League President & CEO Russ Brandon issued the following statement today on the passing of St. Louis Battlehawks Special Team Coordinator Frank Gansz, Jr.
“The UFL and St. Louis Battlehawks mourn the passing of Frank Gansz Jr., a second-generation football lifer who carved out his own path as a respected coach, teacher, and mentor.
Frank was old school in the best sense of the word. He was a student of the game, passionate about his craft and deeply respected by his peers and players. With a remarkable ability to bridge generations, Gansz delivered a message that blended his love of history with his love of football, using lessons from the past to shape how his teams prepared for the present.
Frank brought passion, knowledge, discipline, and resiliency to everything he did. His impact on the UFL, the Battlehawks, and the people around him went far beyond the field. We extend our deepest condolences to the Gansz family and the countless people throughout the football community whose lives he touched during his remarkable coaching career.
"We will miss him.” Russ Brandon, President & CEO of the United Football League A tribute to Frank Gansz Jr. is available online at TheUFL.com