University of Mobile Basketball Player Dies After Collapsing Post-Workout

Freshman Kaiden Francis, 18, passed away on campus despite efforts to revive him, leaving the community mourning his sudden loss.

Kaiden Francis, a freshman point guard from Fort Lauderdale, collapsed on Tuesday morning after completing a skills workout at the University of Mobile gym.
Medical professionals and students attempted to revive him, but Francis was pronounced dead shortly after; no cause of death has been released.
Francis had recently passed comprehensive health screenings, including heart and lung evaluations, with no issues detected.
The university canceled classes on Wednesday and held a campus-wide vigil to honor Francis, who was described as a talented athlete and beloved teammate.
Francis had recently contributed 10 points during a game on November 16, helping the team secure a victory in their undefeated season.