Kiefer, OK – A tight-knit community is left in mourning after a car accident in Creek County claimed the life of 15-year-old Hadley Wood, a bright student and an avid softball player from Kiefer. The accident occurred on Thursday, September 28, just before 5 p.m. near 161st and 49th West Avenue.
Hadley Wood, a freshman at Kiefer Public Schools, was a talented athlete, a devoted daughter, and a beloved member of the Kiefer Softball team. The tragic incident took place shortly after her team secured a victory, qualifying them for the state tournament. As she was returning home from the game, the accident unfolded, cutting short a promising young life.
Kiefer Public Schools shared Hadley Wood through a statement,
“Yesterday one of our students, Hadley Wood, passed away. Hadley was an exceptional young lady. She was a great student and a member of our softball team. I watched her catch in the bull pen on Wednesday and Thursday and I thought what a great team mate she is. Hadley was thoughtful and polite and will be missed. KPS wants to extend our condolences to Hadley’s family. Please keep Hadley and her family in your thoughts and prayers, and reflect on the importance of being a family; of being a friend. At this time everyone needs a family and a friend. Hadley is our family and our friend.”
Hadley’s passion for sports, especially softball, defined her high school experience. She was known for her cheerful demeanor and dedication to her teammates. Friends, classmates, and the Kiefer Lady Trojans Softball community are grappling with the loss, coming together to offer prayers and support to the grieving Wood family.
Sperry Pirates Football pour tribute by saying,
“Good afternoon, this is Richard Akin, Sperry High School Athletic Director. Shortly after winning their Softball Super Regional tournament, Hadley Wood who was a member of the Kiefer softball team and her father were involved in an automobile accident on their way back from the game. Tragically she succumbed to her injuries. We are playing Kiefer tonight in football and to show our support of their school and community, Mr. Shaw our former Sperry HS principal who is now the Kiefer Superintendent has asked that all fans wear purple in honor of Hadley. There will be no admission cost to get into the game but Mr. Shaw stated that donations will be taken at the gate and all proceeds will go to the Wood’s family. If you are unable to go to the game tonight but would like to make a donation to the family, you can bring it up to the High School and I will make sure it is given to Mr. Shaw tonight. Unfortunately, our small town of Sperry America has been stricken with tragedy too many times but we always pull together to help out those in need. Now Pirate nation, we have the opportunity to help the community of Kiefer. Please help us make Sperry proud with your support of Hadley’s family and the community of Kiefer.Thank you for your support in all times of need and showing what the Spirit of a Sperry Pirate truly means.”
Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported that the crash involved a pickup truck and an SUV. Hadley, who was riding as a passenger in the truck, was tragically ejected during the collision. Despite efforts to save her, she succumbed to her injuries at a nearby hospital.
Her father, Joshua Wood, was driving the truck and sustained injuries but was released from the hospital after treatment. The driver of the SUV, Kaitlyn O’Malley, and another passenger, Manuel Garza, both 19 years old, were also involved in the accident. Kaitlyn suffered arm injuries, while Manuel escaped unharmed.
The community has rallied together, creating a GoFundMe account to help the family with funeral expenses and to show their love and support during this unimaginably difficult time. Hadley Wood’s untimely passing has left an irreplaceable void, and the entire community is urged to hold her family and loved ones in their thoughts and prayers.
As investigations into the cause of the wreck continue, the community is reminded of the importance of being a family and a friend during such trying times. Hadley Wood’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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