6th Grader Reportedly Dies After 'Medical Event' While Playing Basketball: 'A Horrific Tragedy'

Mar. 15, 2025

Dana Barros Basketball Club in Stoughton, Mass.Photo:Google Maps

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A sixth grader has died after a medical emergency during a basketball match at a club in Stoughton, Massachusetts, according to multiple outlets.

In asocial mediastatement on Wednesday, Oct. 2, Dana Barros Basketball Club shared news of “the devastating loss of one of our beloved members last night,” adding that the club would be closed that day.

Creutz also emergency services were called and attempts to resuscitate the individual were taken immediately, but that “despite those efforts we have learned of his passing.”

The child was taken to the hospital but later pronounced dead, according to police.

Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara described the incident as “a horrific tragedy,” in a statement toThe Boston Globe, and added that, “our hearts go out to the friends and family of this young boy.”

Mayblum, Creutz and Stoughton Police Department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

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