Elijah was truly one of a kind. Quiet, but with a heart that was incredibly warm and kind. We had the privilege of knowing him through baseball—Mitch coached him, and he was Jaxson’s teammate from ages 8 to 12. He was always the kind of kid you wanted your own child to be around.

When Mitch, Jaxson, and I heard the tragic news, we were completely heartbroken. We found ourselves reminiscing about what an incredible kid he was and the wonderful young man he had become. His kindness, character, and gentle spirit left a lasting impression on all of us.

Sabrina and Lamarr, we cannot begin to imagine the depth of pain you are feeling. Please know that our hearts are with you, and we are lifting you up in prayer. God is close to the brokenhearted, and we pray you feel His presence and comfort in the days ahead.

You raised an absolute gem of a human being. Elijah was incredibly talented in both baseball and soccer, but his greatest gift was who he was on the inside—the way he treated others, the quiet strength he carried, and the goodness he showed so effortlessly. Not to mention his perfect hair!

He will never be forgotten, and his impact will live on in all of us who were lucky enough to know him.

With love and deepest sympathy,

The Rodriguez Family

I was so deeply saddened to hear about Elijah’s passing. He was not only an incredible soccer player, but also such a kind and genuine person. Through soccer, we’ve met many families, but yours is one we will always remember.

There are no words that can truly express how heartbreaking this loss is. We will always hold onto the memories of Elijah on the field, his dad cheering him on with that warm smile, and his mom’s unmistakable pride in him.

Please know that you are in our thoughts, and we are sending you all our love during this incredibly difficult time.