It is with great sadness that we share the news that John Schlarman has passed away following a two-year battle with cancer. From his All-SEC playing days as a Wildcat to his eight years as the leader of the “Big Blue Wall,” he embodied Kentucky Football in body, mind, and spirit. He was 45 years old.
“I’m heartbroken to learn about the passing of my friend, John Schlarman,” Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops said in a press release. “My prayers go out to LeeAnne and the kids, Joseph, Benjamin, Matthew and Evelyn, through this very difficult time.