There’s horribly sad news to note today as Midwestern State University football player Robert Grays passed away Tuesday, the Division II school in Texas confirmed Wednesday morning.
Grays sustained a serious neck injury attempting to make a tackle during this past Saturday’s game against Texas A&M-Kingsville. After initially being taken to a local hospital in Wichita Falls, he was life-flighted to a hospital in Houston, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
“Robert touched many lives while attending the university, but perhaps he will be remembered best for his smile,” a statement from university president Suzanne Shipley said, in part. “He was an inspiration on and off the field to those around him, and he will be remembered with love and affection by his friends, classmates, coaches, and teammates.”To the MSU Community, #24Strong pic.twitter.com/lv5JJvTkQg
— Midwestern State (@MidwesternState) September 20, 2017
Grays was listed as a 5-8, 160-pound sophomore cornerback on the Mustangs’ official roster.
Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to all of those impacted by Grays’ way-too-soon passing.
