In reaction to the mass murder at Virginia Tech University:
“I’m numb right now thinking about the parents coming to campus to identify their children … It’s hard to put into words. What would drive someone to do this? … This is the most peaceful, tranquil and safe environment … But this shows that there is nowhere that you’re safe from tragedy or this type of senseless violence. It’s devastating.” — Seth Greenberg, basketball coach at Virginia Tech, as quoted by ESPN.com
“How could one person cause so many senseless deaths? I’m in shock … This is such a caring, friendly place. This is a college town. And now one person has an impact like this? … We found out this morning and our assistant coaches have been trying to reach all of our players. We’re trying to find out if everybody is OK. The players are going to be going home to their apartments and dorms.” — Frank Beamer, football coach at Virginia Tech, as quoted by ESPN.com’s Joe Schad.
“We all heard so much about Columbine and this is worse … It’s sickening. It’s sickening to know that 22 of the students that I go to class with are dead. … Any and every loss is tragic. I’m just praying that none of the victims are my teammates. I’ve been trying to call as many as I can. And so far, so good.” — Sean Glennon, starting QB at Virginia Tech.
