Baylor's Alex Foster Killed in Mississippi Shooting

Alex Foster, an 18-year-old redshirt freshman defensive lineman for Baylor University, was shot and killed late on May 28 in his hometown of Greenville, Mississippi, while home on summer break. Foster, a former standout at St. Joseph Catholic-Greenville and two-time state champion, was expected to play a larger role for Baylor's football team in the upcoming season after redshirting last year. Baylor's athletic director Mack Rhoades and head coach Dave Aranda expressed deep sorrow, describing Foster as a beloved teammate and cherished member of the Baylor community. The university and the wider football community have offered condolences and support to Foster's family. The incident has drawn attention to the persistent problem of gun violence in Greenville, a city with a high homicide rate. Baylor is focused on supporting Foster's family and teammates through this tragic loss.