Posted on 08/11/2023 4:49:14 PM PDT by Libloather
Caleb White, an Alabama high school basketball star, has died after he reportedly collapsed during a workout at school.
The 17-year-old was pronounced dead at a local hospital Thursday, according to multiple reports.
White was a three-star prospect and averaged 20.9 points, 3.1 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game.
The cause of death is currently unknown, however AL.com reports an autopsy will be performed Friday to determine it.
White was said to have collapsed during a workout with his team at Pinson Valley High School Thursday before he was taken to St. Vincent's East hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.
His grandfather George Varnadoe Jr. posted a touching tribute on Facebook following the news.
'Caleb was an honor student, very respectful, high intellect, excellent role model, phenomenal basketball player, ranked 25th best point guard in his class in the nation and No. 2 in the state of Alabama. RIP Caleb. I love you man.'
The school's principal Michael Turner released a statement shared with parents after the tragedy.
'I unfortunately have some very sad news to report tonight,' Turner wrote. 'One of our senior students suffered a medical emergency at school today. Life saving efforts were immediately started and first responders were called.
'Sadly, the student was later pronounced deceased after being transported to the hospital. Out of respect for the family, we are not releasing the name of the student at this time,' he said.
'We will have more to say in the near future. Please know counseling resources will be available for anyone who needs them in the coming days. Please keep the student's family and our school in your prayers.'
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I hope he had the latest, most efficient vaccine.
I did, but that’s the 80’s.
I’m thinking my mom sent in my yearly doctor physical from the family doctor, which counts in place of a school physical.
It’s beyond my ability to recall…
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