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South Carolina mourns loss of former longtime staff member

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Former South Carolina equipment manager Ryan Fischer has passed away after a fight against COVID-19. Fischer passed on Thursday, September 23rd, via The State’s Augusta Stone.

South Carolina baseball tweeted a message in remembrance of Fischer on Saturday morning.

“Always in a great mood, always willing to help,” the tweet said. “Always with a big smile on his face. Gamecock baseball loves you, Ryan Fischer. Rest in peace, friend.”

Fischer worked with South Carolina athletics for many years

Fischer attended South Carolina as a student and worked with the Gamecocks’ baseball team as a student manager. He was with the team during their back to back Omaha runs and national championships in 2010 and 2011. After his time with the baseball team, Fischer joined the football team’s equipment staff. In 2017, he became South Carolina baseball’s equipment manager. Fischer left South Carolina for another job this offseason.

Gavin Pence, a former member of South Carolina’s baseball staff and now Troy’s Director of Baseball Operations, also posted a heartfelt message on Saturday.

“Man where do you start,” Pence said. “Thank you Ryan for giving me the opportunity to fulfill my dream of working in college athletics. Never did I think I would’ve gained a good friend and mentor in the process. You were loved dearly by everyone and can’t wait to see you again. Love you Fisch.”

Wil Crowe pitched for South Carolina from 2014-2017. He was drafted by the Washington Nationals in the second round of the MLB Draft in 2017. Crowe also tweeted a message about Fischer’s passing.

“Fisch was a special guy! Great friend and person with a great heart,” Crowe said. “He was truly one of the best. Rest In Peace brotha.”

Grayson Greiner, a catcher for South Carolina from 2012-2014, also took to Twitter to remember Fischer.

“What an unbelievably sad day,” Greiner said. “Ryan was the epitome of positivity and joy, and brought a smile to thousands of faces over the years. Praying hard for his wife and family during this difficult time.”