Two beloved high school athletes have died suddenly at practice.
A young football player in Texas and a young softball player in Massachusetts have died. The football player and the softball player have both died after collapsing.
Brylie Northcutt, 15, died after collapsing during a tryout.
"She received CPR until she was taken to the hospital, where she died. Officials believe Northcutt died of a pulmonary embolism, which is a blood clot in the lung. It’s not yet known what caused the clot," Western Mass News reported.
Jaren Lawson, 16, was pronounced dead after collapsing during a football practice.
The Texas high school student collapsed at practice.
"Early findings indicate no evidence that Jaren informed his coaching staff of an inability to participate in practice," district spokesperson Barry Perez said.
The spokesperson added that trainers "provided aid immediately 'at the first sign of physical distress.'"
The school district released a statement.
"Northside ISD is committed to a transparent and exhaustive investigation," he said. "We ask for the community's continued patience as we work to verify every detail, ensuring that all final conclusions are based on a complete and accurate record of events."
Our thoughts are with the friends and family members of everyone involved.
May the two athletes rest in peace.