Former U.S. soccer star Claudio Reyna’s son Jack loses his battle with cancer
Jack Reyna, the 13-year-old son of longtime former U.S. national team midfielder Claudio Reyna, died on Thursday after a long battle with cancer. Jack Reyna had been diagnosed with a brain tumor three years ago.
From the Glasgow Rangers official Twitter feed:
Rangers are saddened tonight to learn of the passing of Claudio Reyna's son Jack after a battle with cancer. #RangersFamily—
Rangers FC Official (@RFC_Official) July 19, 2012
Ally McCoist: "We have just heard the sad news that Claudio Reyna's son Jack has lost his battle against Cancer." (1/3)—
Rangers FC Official (@RFC_Official) July 19, 2012
"On behalf of everyone at Rangers I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Claudio and his family at this difficult time." (2/3)—
Rangers FC Official (@RFC_Official) July 19, 2012
"Losing a child at just 13 is a tragedy and puts football into perspective." (3/3)—
Rangers FC Official (@RFC_Official) July 19, 2012
Reyna also issued a statement through his foundation’s Twitter feed:
Thanks to all for your support.Jack was at peace when he passed today,surrounded by loved ones.He was so brave he's become a hero to many.—
Claudio Reyna Fdtn (@reynafoundation) July 20, 2012
Reyna had 111 caps with the U.S. national team and played in three World Cups, captaining the squad in 2002 and 2006. He and his wife, Danielle, have one other child, son Giovanni.
