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Imani Christian Freshman, 14, Dies After Collapsing During Basketball Practice

The cause remains under review by the Allegheny County medical examiner.

Overview

  • Jaiquawn Jay collapsed around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday during practice at the school's East Hills gym, according to the medical examiner.
  • He was transported to UPMC Children's Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
  • Imani Christian adjusted Wednesday's schedule and brought in counselors to support students and staff.
  • Head coach Khayree Wilson remembered Jay as hardworking, respectful, and quietly tough in a statement to media.
  • Area programs, including Woodland Hills boys basketball, shared public messages of solidarity with Jay's family and teammates.