Hays High School Baseball coach dies

HAYS COUNTY -- David Null passed away early on Sunday.

Null taught Advanced Placement Chemistry and coached baseball at Jack C. Hays High School.

Null was hired by Hays Consolidated Independent School District in 2009 and took over as the head coach for the baseball team three years ago.

Null is described by those who knew him as hardworking, smart and funny.

"I never really had to reach out to him, he would pull me aside and say, hey I know something wrong,” said former student Addie Kelly. “And that was really beneficial because at the time I didn't really know how to reach out for help, that was something I struggled with so he didn't make me he was just always there."

An autopsy will determine the cause of death.

Hays High School Principal David R. Pierce met with the families of the students on the baseball team Sunday morning and the counseling team was at the school today assisting families, according to Hays CISD public information officer.

Pierce sent the below email to the Hays High School community:

Dear Hays High School Families:

It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of a Hays High School teacher, Mr. David Null. Mr. Null taught A.P. Chemistry and was our baseball coach. He passed away early this morning. Details regarding services will be shared once they become available from the family.

We at Hays High School are concerned with our students’ reaction to this sad event. In order to help them adjust to the loss, we have arranged for our Hays High School counseling team to be on hand to support our students. Students will be encouraged to visit our counseling center to receive support while at school if needed.

Please be assured that assisting our students through this difficult period is our priority. Thank you for your continued support. If you wish to talk with one of our counseling team members, please do not hesitate to contact us at (512) 268-2911.