Upstate New York College Coach Dies After Fall at Home

A 41-year-old men's lacrosse coach has tragically died after a fall at his home in Upstate New York.

Siena University Coach Dies

Siena University men's lacrosse coach Liam Gleason has died after he suffered a fall at his home a few days earlier, according to NBC News.

The 41-year-old coach, who earlier this year led the men's lacrosse team to its first Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) championship since 2014, had reportedly fallen down a flight of stairs at his home over the weekend and suffered serious injuries.

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Following the fall, Gleason was hospitalized in serious condition and was reportedly being treated for a traumatic brain injury.

What Happened?

According to reports, there were multiple calls reporting a fall downstairs made to 911 on Sunday from a home in Clifton Park, NY, matching the home address of Gleason.

On Monday, Siena University announced that Gleason was hospitalized in a serious accident over the weekend. Two days later, the university announced that coach Gleason had passed away.

Coach of the Year

Gleason, who turned 41 last Friday, took the head coaching position at Siena in 2018. He led the "Saints" for seven seasons and was named the 2025 MAAC conference coach of the year.

Siena President Chuck Seifert released a statement following Gleason's passing, saying,

"A sudden, senseless loss carries a kind of pain that defies understanding. It’s hard to imagine anyone more universally loved and admired than Liam. Our community was blessed by Coach Gleason’s life."

 

Gleason is survived by his parents, Kevin and Susan, brother Brendan, wife Jaclyn, and their three children.

A funeral service for Gleason will be held on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the UHY Center in Loudonville, New York.