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Schwenksville Today
By the People, for the People
22-Year-Old College Lacrosse Player Dies After Cancer Battle
Samuel W. Nice inspired those around him with his strength and spirit during his fight against brain cancer.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:27pm
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A poignant X-ray image captures the delicate inner workings of a lacrosse stick, a symbol of the young athlete's passion and resilience in the face of a tragic illness.Schwenksville TodaySamuel W. Nice, a 22-year-old Pennsylvania college student who played varsity lacrosse in high school and continued his athletic career at Neumann University, has passed away after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Sam, of Schwenksville, Montgomery County, died peacefully at home on April 4.
Why it matters
The loss of a young athlete and student to a serious illness like brain cancer is always tragic, and Sam's story highlights the immense challenges faced by those fighting cancer at a young age. His inspiring spirit and devotion to his family and passions despite his illness touched many in his community.
The details
According to his obituary, Sam graduated from Perkiomen Valley High School, where he played varsity lacrosse for four years, before continuing to play the sport at Neumann University alongside his brother. He later attended Pennsylvania College of Technology to pursue welding while continuing his lacrosse career. Sam enjoyed motocross, video games, country music, and driving his pickup truck, and was deeply devoted to his family, including his parents Paul and Margaret Nice, and his brother Maxwell.
- Sam passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 4, 2026.
- Sam graduated from Perkiomen Valley High School prior to attending college.
The players
Samuel W. Nice
A 22-year-old Pennsylvania college student who played varsity lacrosse in high school and continued his athletic career at Neumann University before passing away after a battle with brain cancer.
Paul and Margaret Nice
Sam's parents, to whom he was deeply devoted.
Maxwell Nice
Sam's brother, with whom he played lacrosse at Neumann University.
The takeaway
Sam's story is a heartbreaking reminder of the devastating impact of cancer, especially on young individuals with bright futures ahead of them. His unwavering spirit and devotion to his passions and loved ones in the face of this challenge is truly inspiring and will be remembered by all who knew him.