From New York Post · · 50s
Arizona hockey player collapses after workout
Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old NHL prospect, collapsed during a 106-degree workout at ASU, sparking calls for independent investigation.
In brief
Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old NHL prospect, collapsed during a 106-degree workout at ASU, sparking calls for independent investigation. Arizona State hockey player Matthew Mayich collapsed during a heat workout, with family demanding an independent investigation into the incident. Originally reported by New York Post.
Collapse incident
Matthew Mayich collapsed during a workout at sun angel stadium.
“he was disoriented and little was done to help him in crisis”
Family lawyer claims
Family lawyer says Mayich showed signs of disorientation before collapsing.
“he was showing signs of not being able to complete tasks”
Trainer dispute
Trainer disputed the workout's intensity and left early before collapse.
“he left the practice early before the workouts were over”
University policy breach
ASU skipped vetting process for outside trainer per university policy.
“they have to go through a vetting process and sign a consultant police form”
Heat acclimatization
Mayich flew to ASU less than a week after returning from heat acclimatization.
“he flew from ottawa less than a week before his first workout”
University response
ASU says it's reviewing the incident, not investigating it.
“we're reviewing the facts and understanding the scenario”
Family demands
Family wants independent investigation by phoenix pd or attorney general.
“they’re calling for either phoenix pd, the attorney general or department of public safety”
What matters most
Arizona State hockey player Matthew Mayich collapsed during a heat workout, with family demanding an independent investigation into the incident.
