Kate Kaufling, a well-liked college dancer, died too soon from bone cancer at the age of 20. This is very sad news.
The sad news was shared in a press release by the University of Kentucky Athletics. The college community and dance team are in mourning. Kate’s story is one of strength, determination, and inspiration that touched the hearts of many people who knew her.
As a sophomore at the University of Kentucky, Kate Kaufling was a shining star on and off the dance floor. A dedicated member of the Kentucky Wildcats Dance Team, she was also known for having a beautiful smile and a great personality. Kate made everyone she met happy, and you could feel her good vibes.
The young dancer worked hard at school too. She was going to school to become a nurse because she wanted to help people like her nurses did for her. On Sunday, March 31, 2024, she lost her battle with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer. She was only 20 years old. Her parents and her twin sister Abbey will miss her.
Heather Walters, head coach of the Wildcats Dance Team, spoke about her sadness and love for Kate. “Kate was a joy to coach and be around,” she said. Everyone on her UKDT team loved her, and her smile could light up a room. Kate made a difference in many people’s lives with her kindness, compassion, and unwavering spirit, not just her teammates.