15-Year-Old High School Student Dies During Football Practice in Virginia

Mar. 15, 2025

Jay Taylor.Photo:Jay Taylor/Instagram

Jay Taylor/Instagram

A 15-year-old high school student died this week during football practice in Virginia after having a heart attack, his family confirmed.

Per the HCPS, Taylor collapsed after a water break about 10 feet away from one of his coaches. Two coaches near the incident immediately began performing CPR and called authorities.

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“Our coaches and team are about much more than just football and are devastated. We respectfully ask that the entire school community be allowed time to grieve the overwhelming loss of this remarkable young man,” the HCPS said.

Grief counseling is being provided to staff and students, HCPS added.

source: people.com