Clinton HS Football Player, Julius Robinson AKA Big Ju Dies Young, After Months Of Battling Sickle Cell Disease

Goon too Soon!

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High School Senior Football player from Clinton, North Carolina, passes away, leaving behind loving parents and siblings.

Julius Robinson was part of the Clinton High School Class of 2026, where he played football for the Dark Horses as a senior

He was also called Big Ju.

With Dark Horse, he proudly wore jersey number 20. In his memory, loved ones and teammates now honor him with the tribute #J20Strong.

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Clinton, North Carolina Mourn the loss of Senior Football Player Julius Robinson!

While the exact cause of Julius’s death has not been publicly disclosed, his passing was confirmed by his mother, Empris Murphy, through a Facebook post.

However, about a month earlier, Julius had been diagnosed with a blood-related condition, SCD.

Following his passing at such a young age, not only his family but the entire Clinton community appears to be grieving this heartbreaking loss.

As people express their sorrow and support, many have shared heartfelt messages honoring Julius’s life. One of his friends wrote in a post following his passing:

My heart is broken you have always been so sweet to me when nobody else was ever since we were kids. I am so grateful to had known and loved you along with so so many. I know you are in a better place but I sure will miss you. My love and prayers go out to his family.#LLJ20

Not just for his exceptional skills on the football field, Julius is also remembered for his heart, kindness, and loving spirit.

While the family has not yet made a funeral announcement, his mother, Empris, has shared that she will be receiving guests at their home at 83 Kent Circle, Clinton, NC 28328, starting today.

As the community mourns this loss, we would like to express our prayers, sympathy, and heartfelt condolences to Julius’s family, friends, and everyone who knew and loved him.

Rest in Peace, Young Soul!

Nishan
Nishan
Nishan Dahal writes sports with a human touch, covering breaking news, athlete lives, and the stories that stats can't tell. Nishan believes every athlete has a story worth telling. With the goal of bringing those stories to life with honesty, heart, and a touch of curiosity, he shares his insights through PlayerBio.

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