Local Lacrosse Player Killed in Car Crash

A member of Marquette University’s men’s lacrosse team from Western New York was killed in a car accident Friday night, the school confirmed.

Noah Snyder, 20, of Getzville, and his teammate Scott Michaud both lost their lives in the crash. According to the university, four additional teammates were also inside the vehicle at the time.

Snyder was pursuing studies in the College of Business Administration and had previously been recognized on the Big East All-Academic Team. Before joining Marquette, he played in the Buffalo Bandits’ youth lacrosse program and was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute.

“Please keep Noah and Scott’s parents, siblings and families, and the Marquette Athletics and college communities in your prayers,” Marquette president Dr. Kimo Ah Yun said in a statement. “Noah and Scott’s lives were taken too soon and we share in the heartbreak of their teammates, coaches and those who knew them personally.”

The Buffalo Bandits also honored Snyder, posting on social media: “The Bandits organization is deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Noah Snyder, a member of our youth lacrosse program. Noah was a beloved teammate, friend and brother to all. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.”

St. Joe’s Athletics released its own tribute, writing: “The St. Joe’s community mourns the tragic passing of former lacrosse student-athlete Noah Snyder. We extend our deepest prayers to his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time.”

Local Lacrosse Player Killed in Car Crash