LEXINGTON - Kentucky football offensive line coach John Schlarman died Thursday morning after a two-year battle with cancer.
"I'm heartbroken to learn about the passing of my friend, John Schlarman," UK head coach Mark Stoops said in a news release. "My prayers go out to LeeAnne and the kids, Joseph, Benjamin, Matthew and Evelyn, through this very difficult time.
"John was everything we all strive to be – honest, tough, fair, respected. Kentucky football won't be the same without him but his legacy will never fade. He was a fighter and we will strive every day to honor his warrior spirit.