Evan Andrew Greenleigh, a 19-year-old cadet and Division 1 tennis player at The Citadel, died in a boating accident in Charleston, South Carolina, on April 25, 2026. Greenleigh was a mechanical engineering major and a member of Echo Company at the military college, where he was recognized for his academic excellence and dedication to the institution’s core values of Honor, Duty, and Respect.

Originally from Bethesda, Maryland, Greenleigh had a lifelong passion for tennis, beginning his training at Woodmont Country Club and continuing through his years at The Bullis School. He competed on the US Maccabi Tennis Team in Buenos Aires and participated in Tennis Europe tournaments across Barcelona, Prague, and Amsterdam. His talent earned him a spot on The Citadel’s tennis team, where he balanced athletics with rigorous academics, earning placement on the Trustees List.

At The Citadel, Greenleigh was known for his determination and kindness, qualities that were evident both on and off the court. He was honored to serve as the clerk for The Citadel Jewish Student Association, reflecting his commitment to his faith and community. His involvement extended beyond campus, where he volunteered with various Jewish organizations and embraced the value of Tikkun Olam, or repairing the world.

Greenleigh grew up surrounded by a close-knit family that stressed togetherness and shared activities, from weekend outings to family gatherings. His parents, Suzanne and David Greenleigh, along with his sister Lily, were central to his life, sharing a strong bond. He maintained close relationships with extended family members and had a wide community of friends, coaches, and mentors who remember him for his warmth and resilience.

Summers at Camp Iroquois Springs played an important role in Greenleigh’s upbringing, helping him develop greater confidence and lasting friendships. His commitment to family, friends, and personal growth was a defining feature of his brief but impactful life.

A memorial service was scheduled for May 1, 2026, at Washington Hebrew Congregation in Washington, D.C., with burial to follow at Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park in Clarksburg, Maryland. The family also planned to sit Shiva, a traditional mourning period, with gatherings held at Woodmont Country Club and the Greenleigh residence.

In tribute to Greenleigh’s legacy, The Citadel has established the Evan A. Greenleigh Memorial Tennis Scholarship, awarded annually to a tennis player at the college. Donations may also be made to The Citadel Jewish Cadet Life Fund. Funeral arrangements were managed by Sagel Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care.