Shawn Clark, the UCF offensive line coach and former head coach at Appalachian State, died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 50. He had been hospitalized after experiencing a medical emergency on September 9 and was reported to be in stable condition before his unexpected passing. The exact details of the medical emergency or precise cause of death were not disclosed by the university. Clark passed away with his wife Jonelle by his side. He was deeply respected as a remarkable man, husband, father, and coach who cared greatly for his players and staff.
