FAIRFAX, Va. – The George Mason University Department of Athletics mourns the loss of baseball student-athlete Sang Ho Baek, who passed away on Saturday, June 12.  He was 20 years old. 

"We are devastated by the passing of Sang," George Mason baseball head coach Bill Brown said.  "Sang was an incredible teammate who was loved by everyone associated with Mason baseball.  He will be missed and forever cherished in our hearts.  Right now, our thoughts are with Sang's family at this unbearably difficult time."

"After being informed by his family about Sang's passing, we are heartbroken and extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends," George Mason Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletic Brad Edwards said.  "Sang embodied everything you would want from a student-athlete.  He was an excellent student, dedicated teammate and friend to so many.  We are committed to providing support and resources to Sang's teammates and all those in the Mason family who loved him."  

Baek recently completed his freshman season with the George Mason baseball team.  He appeared in seven games for the Patriots and made his collegiate debut against UMBC at Spuhler Field on March 12. 

A native of Salisbury, Md., Baek played for James M. Bennett High School, where he helped the Clippers win the 2019 3A Maryland State Championship. 

Visitation details will be provided as they become available.