Overview

• Lancaster ISD identified the student as Preston Malone, a Lancaster Early College High School sophomore who died Wednesday morning at Children's Medical Center.
• During Monday's junior varsity practice, Malone reported feeling unwell, athletic trainers called 911, placed him in a cold tub to reduce body temperature, and he was transported for evaluation.
• District officials said he initially showed improvement before his condition worsened overnight Tuesday.
• A family member said on social media that Malone suffered heat stroke during an indoor workout and later had a heart attack, though no official cause of death has been released.
• Lancaster ISD reported adherence to UIL and district heat-safety measures and has canceled practices for the week, including a scrimmage against North Forney, with grief counselors available across the district.