In a tragic turn of events, the annual Field Game held at Eton College in Windsor, British, came to an unexpected end last Saturday. A 17-year-old player, Raphaël Pryor, collapsed on the field and despite resuscitation efforts, he tragically passed away. His team had won another match just a few days prior to the tragedy.
On the day of the game, witnesses reported seeing one of the home team’s players collapse on the field. They immediately rushed to his aid and noticed that it was a serious situation. The emergency services were quickly called and arrived on scene as bystanders desperately tried to resuscitate Raphaël. However, despite their best efforts, he lost consciousness in front of his friends and father. An autopsy will now determine the cause of his death but it is believed to be related to a heart problem.
Simon Henderson, principal of Eton College, issued a statement expressing his condolences for Raphael’s family and calling him a top student at the college. “The entire Eton community is deeply saddened and shocked by this news,” he said. “As we mourn his tragic death, our thoughts go out to Raphael’s parents, his family and friends.”
Raphaël’s mother Sabine spoke about her son’s sudden passing saying “The blow is particularly hard for his grandparents who live in Roeselare.” She added that her son got his driver’s license at the end of January and was so proud that he could drive his grandmother and grandfather around Belgium.” The flag at Eton College was flown at half-mast on Sunday out of respect for Raphael and his family. It remains unclear when the British-Flemish student will be buried.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly things can turn deadly in any sport or activity involving physical exertion. It is important for athletes to always take necessary precautions such as staying hydrated and listening to their bodies before pushing themselves too hard during games or training sessions.
