Tiger’s mother, Michelle Bech, confirmed the devastating news, sharing with reporters that her son was “on top of the world” and lived every day to its fullest. A 2021 graduate of Princeton University, Tiger had traveled to Louisiana for a weekend of hunting and fishing with college friends, two of his favorite pastimes. He was scheduled to return home to New York the same day the attack occurred.
Michelle spoke warmly of her son’s close bond with his younger brother, Jack. “Tiger was always there for him,” she said, noting that he frequently flew from New York to cheer Jack on at his TCU football games.
Princeton University’s football coach, Bob Surace, also paid tribute to Tiger, describing him as “a ferocious competitor with endless energy, a beloved teammate, and a caring friend.” Tiger, who was an All-Ivy League kick returner during
