Caroline Found tragically died in a moped accident in 2011. She was a high school student and volleyball player at Iowa City West High School.
Caroline Found, known affectionately as “Line” to her friends and family, was an energetic and beloved 17-year-old when her life was cut short on August 11, 2011. She was riding her moped to a church youth group meeting when she lost control and struck a tree. The accident occurred just days before the start of her senior year and the volleyball season, where she was expected to be a key player for her team.
Her death had a profound impact on her community, particularly the volleyball team and her coach, Kathy Bresnahan. Caroline was known for her positive spirit and leadership qualities, and her loss was deeply felt. In the wake of the tragedy, the Iowa City West High School volleyball team, inspired by Caroline’s memory, aimed to honor her by pursuing the state championship. The team’s journey through grief and their quest to win the championship in honor of Caroline was a testament to her lasting influence and the strength of the community.
The story of Caroline Found and her team’s subsequent season was later adapted into a feature film titled “The Miracle Season,” which was released in 2018. The film highlights Caroline’s vibrant life, the impact of her passing, and how her teammates rallied to honor her by aiming for the state title.