Joe Heinz, CIF San Diego Section Commissioner, Dies at 56
Joe Heinz, the commissioner of CIF San Diego Section, has passed away at the age of 56 in San Diego.
San Diego, CA, September 23, 2026 — Joe Heinz, who served as the commissioner of the CIF San Diego Section, has died. He was 56 years old.
Heinz passed away in San Diego. The CIF San Diego Section is an organization that oversees high school athletics in the San Diego area.
Details regarding the cause of death have not been publicly disclosed. Information regarding the timeline of his passing was not immediately available.
As commissioner, Heinz was responsible for the administration and regulation of athletic programs for numerous high schools across the region. His tenure at the helm of the CIF San Diego Section involved significant oversight of sports schedules, championship events, and student eligibility.
The CIF San Diego Section is a significant body within California’s high school sports landscape, managing competitions and ensuring adherence to rules and regulations for student-athletes.
Further information regarding memorial services or tributes will be released by the CIF San Diego Section when available.
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