The Reynolds High School community and its storied football program are in mourning following the death of Juan Esteban, a member of the 2021 District Championship team, who was killed in a tragic skiing accident.
News of Esteban’s death, shared by the Reynolds Football Facebook page, has sent waves of grief through the school and the wider community. Known proudly by his jersey number #21, Esteban was a valued contributor to the championship squad, remembered for his athletic dedication and the positive spirit he brought to the team.
“Juan Esteban was more than a number on a jersey,” a statement from the football program read. “He was a dedicated athlete, a supportive teammate, and a young man whose energy and camaraderie lifted everyone around him. As part of the 2021 championship team, his commitment to teamwork and school pride helped build a season that will forever be a part of our history.”
Beyond his contributions on the field, friends and classmates are remembering him for his strong character. He is described as a determined, kind, and inclusive person who carried himself with a respect and humility that earned him widespread admiration in the locker room, classroom, and hallways.
The sudden and tragic nature of his death has left the community reeling, grappling with the loss of a young life filled with immense promise.
In response, the Reynolds community has immediately rallied together, offering prayers and support to Esteban’s family, friends, and teammates as they begin to navigate this unimaginable loss.
While the specific details of the skiing accident have not been released, the focus remains on honoring the legacy of #21. Juan Esteban will be remembered not only for the victories he helped secure but as a champion in character whose memory will endure in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.