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A butt player at the Ohio high school died this week at the age of 16 after a bizarre accident during a match.
Dylan Veselic, a second year student at the Bay Village High School, died Thursday after taking a ball at the head two days earlier.
Veneically was injured after an opponent shot hit the back of his head under his helmet. He underwent surgery on Wednesday, but it was not enough.
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Dylanic Veselic, 16, died of his injuries suffered in a lacrosse match in high school. (Bay Village Boys Lacrosse)
“We are deeply affected by the overwhelming support and kindness shown by our community and beyond. We ask you to continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult period,” the family said in a statement.
“Dylan was a dedicated student and athlete, and we have a heart broken by this loss,” said the Superintendent of schools in the village of Bay, Scot Prebles in a press release, via Cleveland.com. “The consulting services are available at Bay High School for students, staff and family who need support.”
A fundraising in honor of Véselic has collected more than $ 80,000; His goal was only $ 500.
“Dylan was an incredible student, always carrying a smile on his face while supporting his teammate colleagues,” said Bay Village sports director Matt Spellman. (Erica Denhoff / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Those of the community have left both sticks of butt and hockey and football balls on their porches and lawns in support.
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“Dylan was an incredible student, always carrying a smile on his face while supporting his teammate colleagues,” said Bay Village sports director Matt Spellman.
“He was kind, worker and dedicated, constantly showing leadership, empathy and a positive attitude on the ground and in class.”
Veselic was listed as a team captain on Maxpreps.
It was his second season on Varsity, also playing for the university team in the first year. He played in 25 high school games.
According to Maxpreps, Dylan Veselic was captain of his butt team. (istock)
The team canceled a match on Thursday, on the day of their death for a prayer service. Their next match is scheduled for Tuesday.
