Oklahoma State Baseball Recruit Passes Away

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EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) – The Oklahoma State baseball community is mourning the loss of a recruit with local ties.

Nathan Rogalski, who went to Deer Creek High School in Edmond, recently passed away.

“We are heartbroken,” Oklahoma State baseball coach Josh Holliday said in a statement. “Nate was a talented kid with a great personality – his excitement for life, his life for the game and his personal talents made him a special young man, and we were excited about his future here at Oklahoma State. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this most difficult time. Nate will always be part of our Cowboy Baseball family.”

Rogalski was committed to playing for Oklahoma State after graduating high school in 2023.

The Deer Creek School District said their thoughts and prayers are with the Rogalski family.

“The Deer Creek school community is deeply saddened by the passing of Nate Rogalski,” the district said in a statement. “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Nate’s family and friends.”

Deer Creek said health and wellness staff will be available to students and staff members for as long as needed.

It remains unclear how Rogalski died.