Gainesville High football assistant coach Quintavis Styles dies

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Gainesville High football assistant coach Quintavis Styles dies

Summary

Quintavis Styles, a 31-year-old assistant football coach at Gainesville High, died on September 29 at UF Health Shands Hospital. The cause of death is currently unknown. His passing follows earlier challenges this season for the Hurricanes, including the sudden death of junior varsity coach Rick Rone in April and issues involving senior kicker Sebastian Jimenez. Gainesville's head coach Ashour Peera has also faced administrative leave recently. The Hurricanes hold a record of 2-4 and will next play on October 9 against Lake Weir.

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•Quintavis Styles died September 29 at UF Health Shands Hospital.
•His cause of death has not been determined.
•Styles was hired to assist the Gainesville High football team earlier this year.
•Gainesville High has faced other recent team challenges this season.
•The Hurricanes will resume play on October 9 against Lake Weir.

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A Gainesville High assistant football coach died Tuesday at UF Health hospital, the latest event in a tumultuous season for the Hurricanes.
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