Rashad Richardson

Rashad Richardson was a motivational speaker and former American Ninja Warrior competitor from Boston, Massachusetts.

American Ninja Warrior 5
Rashad first competed in American Ninja Warrior 5. He competed in Denver and became one of 48 competitors to complete the course, finishing in 43rd place. However, he went out in the city finals. His run wasn't broadcasted, so it is unknown where he fell.

American Ninja Warrior 6
He later competed in American Ninja Warrior 6 in Venice Beach, He failed the second obstacle, the Rolling Escargot, in qualifying.

American Ninja Warrior 7
He returned in American Ninja Warrior 7, where he failed the Hourglass Drop, being disqualified for not grabbing the second board. He placed 24th overall in qualifying.

However, the same result occurred in the Venice finals. Rashad got disqualified once again for failing to grab the second board on the Hourglass Drop. Like in qualifiers, his body was inclined at a 45-degree angle, which caused his momentum to leap straight to the landing platform. He placed 22nd overall.

Death
Rashad has not competed since, having moved and residing in Las Vegas, Nevada. However, in a massive tragedy to many, he was found deceased from a vehicular accident in Las Vegas. He passed away at the age of 31 years old.

His memorial can be found here.