Clemson Defensive Tackle Bryan Bresee’s Sister Ella, 15, Dies From Brain Cancer

“Never did I think I would be sitting here today saying bye to you. I want to thank you for bringing happiness to not only me but so many people. You are the best sister a brother could ask for and I know for a fact heaven has gained a beautiful angel today, Love you forever and always Ella bear.”

 

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Dabo Swinney, the head coach of Clemson shared his support for the family.

“Our prayers continue to be with the entire Bresee family. We are all so appreciative of all the love and support that has been shown by the Clemson Family and so many others during this time,” in a statement he said shared by the school’s football team.

“Ella was such a sweet spirit, and her spirit will continue to live on throughout the Bresee family and everyone who had the opportunity to know her. I am stronger today for having experienced Ella’s strength and courage.”

#EllaStrong 🧡 pic.twitter.com/wy1geKQq3b

— Clemson Football (@ClemsonFB) September 15, 2022

The Tigers also mourned her death. “Ella Bresee will continue to be a source of light and strength for this program and the entire Clemson community. Please join us in sending our love and support to Bryan and the Bresee family.”

Ella Bresee will continue to be a source of light and strength for this program and the entire Clemson community. Please join us in sending our love and support to Bryan and the Bresee family. #EllaStrong 🧡 pic.twitter.com/uoxuUf27p1

— Clemson Football (@ClemsonFB) September 15, 2022

“Sometimes there are no words to say. We are all with you, Bryan,” tweeted the athletic department of Clemson.

Sometimes there are no words to say.

We are all with you, Bryan.#EllaStrong 🧡 pic.twitter.com/9mKcGAJg0k

— Clemson Athletics (@ClemsonTigers) September 15, 2022