Wrestling fans in the Lehigh Valley mourn death of Easton grad, Stroudsburg AD Sean Richmond

Sean Richmond, the athletic director of Stroudsburg High School and a graduate of Easton Area High School, passed away, leaving the wrestling communities in the Lehigh Valley and Pennsylvania in sadness.

A tractor trailer travelling north on Interstate 380 struck and killed Richmond just after six o’clock on Saturday, according to Monroe County Coroner Tom Yanac of lehighvalleylive.com. State police estimate that the collision occurred close to mile marker 1.4. After being transported to the St. Luke’s Hospital–Monroe campus in Stroudsburg, Richmond was subsequently declared deceased.

Yanac stated on Monday morning that the cause and manner of Richmond’s death are still being looked into.

Richmond wrestled at Easton and won two state medals. He carried on with his career at the University of Pittsburgh, where he qualified for the NCAA and won an EWL medal.

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In a statement released on X (formerly Twitter), the Easton sports department wrote, “We are disturbed and heartbroken by the passing of Sean Richmond.” “Despite moving to Stroudsburg for his professional career, Sean remained an integral part of the Easton family, keeping tight ties and interactions with numerous people.”

“We shall miss him terribly.”

Richmond returned to Easton after graduating from college to work as Steve Powell’s assistant coach. In 2016, he was appointed head coach at Stroudsburg, and in 2018, he took on the position of athletic director for the Mountaineers.

In a statement, District 11 on X said, “Our whole District XI family mourns the death of Sean Richmond.” Sean was an AD and a capable coach who had a great deal of concern for the Stroudsburg High players. We’ll all miss him very much. Greetings to his wife, kids, and complete family, as well as the Mountie family.

In December, Richmond, the wrestling coach at Stroudsburg, celebrated his 100th victory.

Head coach of Easton wrestling at the moment, Jody Karam, posted on X, saying she was “saddened by the unfortunate passing of Easton wrestling graduate and former assistant coach Sean Richmond.” Sean’s participation in our programme has improved it. The Stroudsburg community has benefited from Sean’s influence as a coach and administrator.

With almost 100 victories under his belt, Richmond was a part of Easton’s heyday as a wrestler. Over the course of his four years on the squad, the Red Rovers won four straight PIAA Class 3A team titles.

Legend of Nazareth Sammy Sasso posted on X, “Heartbreaking news.” Sean Richmond was an excellent instructor and individual. For all his athletes, he genuinely cared. Since I was a child, he has always treated me incredibly well. For the Richmond family, let us pray.

On Sunday, a GoFundMe campaign was created in support of the Richmond family. Richmond leaves behind two kids and his wife, Krista.

Pennsylvania State Police in Hazleton are now investigating the collision that occurred on Saturday.

On Sunday, further condolences for Richmond flooded social media:

Sean Richmond, 1986-2024.

We mourn the tragic loss of a beloved former Pitt wrestling student-athlete.

An EWL medalist and NCAA qualifier, Sean became a successful wrestling coach and AD for Stroudsburg in PA.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and all who love Sean. pic.twitter.com/gASZ0jZU1O

— Pitt Wrestling (@Pitt_WRES) May 12, 2024

It’s a devastating day for our Stroudsburg family. We are sending our deepest condolences to the family of Sean Richmond – his wife and two young daughters. Our coaches, players and families stand in solidarity with our school district and community. He will be dearly missed.

— Stroudsburg Football (@Sburg_Fb) May 12, 2024

Unable to comprehend this right now. So many chats with Sean over the years. He cared so much about his athletes, community, friends and family. A caring and compassionate gentleman. Thinking of his family and those he has impacted at this time. He will be missed immensely. https://t.co/d1uYD9v8fq

— Northampton Athletics (@KonkreteKids) May 12, 2024

The Lehigh Valley lost a great ambassador of the sport of wrestling, Sean Richmond. A good friend of mine and prior teammate. An amazing person, always quick to help those in need, gone too soon. If you can, please help his family in this time of need. https://t.co/ZGDSXpfscq

— Seth Ciasulli (@sethciasulli) May 13, 2024

A true gentleman who always did what was best for his student athletes. As Athletic Directors we work so closely together. He will be deeply missed by all of his colleagues. Our thoughts are with his wife, young daughters & entire family. Hug those close to you today. https://t.co/YssHrrJzD4

— Nazareth Athletics (@NAHSBlueEagles) May 12, 2024

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