Barstool Sports loses one of its rising stars in Nashville.
According to The Daily Caller, Iga Obrycka, the 28-year-old general manager of Barstool Nashville, passed away suddenly on January 29, 2025.
Company founder Dave Portnoy shared the devastating news on social media, expressing deep admiration for Obrycka's work ethic and capabilities. The announcement highlighted her significant role in managing the company's bar operations and her potential for growth within the organization.
Portnoy's announcement on social media platform X emphasized Obrycka's invaluable contributions to the company's bar operations. He specifically noted her presence at Barstool Nashville, where she had become a familiar face to patrons. Her exceptional abilities and drive impressed Portnoy so much that he would have considered her for any position within the company.
Barstool Nashville's Instagram account paid tribute to their fallen colleague with a touching post featuring various photos of Obrycka. The post emphasized her role as the driving force behind their Tennessee operations. They shared memories of her vibrant personality and impactful presence.
The online obituary painted a picture of a generous and compassionate individual who touched countless lives. Her legacy extends beyond her professional achievements, highlighting her dedication to helping others and her unwavering integrity.
This devastating news comes shortly after another loss in the Barstool family. Jonathan Stanko, another valued employee, died on January 6 at age 32, less than a year after revealing his cancer diagnosis. These back-to-back losses have deeply affected the company's tight-knit community.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy shared these words about Obrycka:
More sad news in Barstool Family. We suddenly lost Iga Obrycka this week. Iga basically ran our Bar group for us. If you ever went to Barstool Nashville you probably saw her there. I would have hired her for any position she wanted at our company because she was that smart and driven. Just incredibly sad news and another cruel reminder not to take a minute for granted.
The obituary described her lasting impact with these words:
She will be remembered as one who turned a helping hand toward the needy and for the countless acts of kindness she had shown; she poured good into every life to whom she came in contact. Her legacy is that of selflessness, integrity, and unwavering dedication to the people she served.
Plans for a celebration of life ceremony are in development to honor Obrycka's memory. The exact cause of her death has not been disclosed to the public. Her passing leaves a significant void in both the professional and personal lives of those who knew her.
The Barstool Sports community continues to grapple with this unexpected loss while remembering the positive impact she made. Her colleagues particularly emphasized her leadership qualities and the genuine connections she built with everyone around her.
Iga Obrycka, the 28-year-old general manager of Barstool Nashville, passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and kindness. Her death marks the second loss for Barstool Sports this month, following Jonathan Stanko's passing on January 6.
The Nashville-based manager was known for her exceptional leadership of the bar operations and her potential for growth within the company. While her cause of death remains undisclosed, plans for a celebration of life ceremony are underway to honor her memory and the positive impact she had on countless lives.
