Wichita, Kan. — Beloved Softball Coach Amber Brunswig Passes Away

Wichita, Kan. — Beloved Softball Coach Amber Brunswig Passes Away

🏥 A Sudden Cardiac Crisis

Amber Brunswig, head coach of the Eisenhower Tigers softball team and a cherished educator, suffered a major cardiac event in early June 2025, which led to her being placed into hospice care over the weekend amp.kansas.com+9kwch.com+9kwch.com+9.

• On June 8, her family announced via the EHS Tigers Softball Facebook page that she had been placed on life support and was undergoing critical tests in both neurology and cardiology — including considering a pacemaker sites.google.com+2kwch.com+2kwch.com+2.

• Over the next week, the community received further updates: Brunswig experienced seizures, required sedation, and remained on life support as medical teams worked to stabilize her kwch.com.

By mid-June, she was formally moved into hospice care. Her husband, Preston Brunswig, shared emotional messages on local media expressing heartfelt gratitude for the support and highlighting Amber’s impact:

“She is at the end of her life… it means so much to see how she has so profoundly impacted her many communities through Teaching, Coaching, Advising, and just being the best woman possible.” kansas.com+4kwch.com+4kwch.com+4

👩‍🏫 A Life Dedicated to Students and the Game

Amber Brunswig’s influence extended far beyond wins and losses:

• As head coach, she built a family atmosphere within the softball program — loved as “Mrs. Brunswig,” “Coach B,” or “Bunsy” by generations of students kswo.com+4kwch.com+4kansas.com+4.

• Her career achievements, according to district records, include:

  • Entering her 9th season as head coach.

  • Earning two league championships, with six seasons at the top league record of 51–21, 4 regional championships, and 4 state tournament appearances — including two third‑place and one runner‑up finish sites.google.com.

  • Recognized as Coach of the Year in AV‑CTL in 2023 maxpreps.com+7aol.com+7kansas.com+7.

• A former standout player at Ark City High School and Wichita State University pitcher, she pivoted to teaching and coaching after an injury ended her playing days sites.google.com.

🤝 The Community’s Response

The shock and sorrow surrounding her illness quickly galvanized the school and community:

• A popular support initiative saw players making and wearing bracelets during summer games to show solidarity kwch.com.

• The EHS community gathered on campus to pray, offer comfort to the Brunswig family, and create spaces for shared grieving and hope aol.com+9kwch.com+9kwch.com+9.

• Both current and former students, staff, and community members expressed deep gratitude for Amber’s mentorship and the loving environment she fostered .

📝 Her Legacy on the Field

Amber’s leadership translated into tangible success:

• In 2023, she guided Eisenhower to its first Class 5A state championship appearance, finishing with an impressive 19–6 record, and was selected AV‑CTL Coach of the Year aol.com+4kansas.com+4kansas.com+4.

• Eisenhower became known for upsetting powerhouse teams; in 2022, for example, her squad knocked off 14‑time state champs Bishop Carroll in a stunning 2–1 quarterfinal upset sites.google.com+11kansas.com+11kshsaacovered.com+11.

• Under her tutelage, numerous players garnered individual accolades — including Karlee Ford, who was named first-team all-state catcher in 2024 aol.com+4kansas.com+4kansas.com+4.

🌹 Reflection & Transition

Amber Brunswig’s passing over the weekend (late June 2025) leaves behind a palpable void — as both a coach who instilled confidence and a teacher who shaped futures. Her impact is evident in the outpouring of grief, love, and gratitude from players, families, and fellow educators.

Moving forward, Eisenhower High School will need to navigate the season without its heart and soul, leaning on assistant coaches and alumni to honor her legacy on and off the field. Meanwhile, the Brunswig family continues to hold a special place in the community’s support and prayers.