OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Ethan Dietz, a standout sophomore basketball player at Connors State College in Oklahoma, has passed away following a tragic injury during a game. The incident occurred during the second half of a match on Saturday in Texas, where Dietz sustained a head injury that led to his death on Tuesday, as confirmed by the college in a statement on their social media.
Dietz, a 6-foot-8 forward from Vilonia, Arkansas, was averaging 11 points per game this season and had contributed eight points and four rebounds in the game prior to his injury. Connors State College expressed its condolences, stating, “Ethan exemplified what it means to be a Cowboy, to value hard work and being part of a team.” The statement further conveyed the collective grief of the team and the broader Cowboy community, extending heartfelt thoughts to Dietz's family and friends during this challenging time.
In reflection of the tragedy, several of the college's basketball games have been canceled. To honor his memory, a vigil is set to take place on December 1 at the college campus in Warner, Oklahoma. The loss of such a promising athlete is felt deeply within the community.
Dietz, a 6-foot-8 forward from Vilonia, Arkansas, was averaging 11 points per game this season and had contributed eight points and four rebounds in the game prior to his injury. Connors State College expressed its condolences, stating, “Ethan exemplified what it means to be a Cowboy, to value hard work and being part of a team.” The statement further conveyed the collective grief of the team and the broader Cowboy community, extending heartfelt thoughts to Dietz's family and friends during this challenging time.
In reflection of the tragedy, several of the college's basketball games have been canceled. To honor his memory, a vigil is set to take place on December 1 at the college campus in Warner, Oklahoma. The loss of such a promising athlete is felt deeply within the community.
